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Cultural Dimensions
Communication
Etiquette
Mannerisms
Cultural Dimensions Cont.
100
The cultural dimension that suggests that a culture's level of inequality is endorsed by its followers as much as its leaders.
Power Distance Index
100
What form of communication is direct, precise, and open?
Low Context
100
True or false: It is customary for the most senior person to enter the room last and sit closest to the door.
FALSE. The most senior member of the team generally enters the room first, followed by his subordinates in order of rank. The least senior member will sit closest to the door.
100
What are the acceptable ways to receive a business card in Japanese Culture?
With both hands, or with your right hand.
100
When directing praise in Japan, who should it be directed to? Why?
The group, as this will save anyone from potential embarrassment.
200
The cultural dimension that indicates the degree to which its culture’s members are integrated into groups.
Individualism
200
What form of communication draws on physical aspects, time, situation, and relationship?
High Context
200
True or False: As in many Western cultures, silence is seen as uncomfortable and avoided where possible.
FALSE. Silence is often used as part of the thought process and is never thought of as uncomfortable
200
True or false: When interacting with your Japanese counterparts, prolonged eye contact is considered a norm.
FALSE. It is considered rude and invasive.
200
What sort of relationship is seen between top management, middle management, and the subordinates?
Egalitarian, with top management being a facilitator, middle management being a policy shaper who relies on his or her subordinates for information.
300
The cultural dimension that refers to a culture's distribution of roles between the genders.
Masculinity
300
With regards to communication and language, what context is Japan?
High Context
300
True or False: In Japanese culture, laughter is often used to hide feelings such as nervousness, shock, embarrassment, confusion and disapproval
TRUE. It is generally used when it is not known what feelings to express
300
What does the word Kuuki mean to Japanese Business?
It roughly translates to atmosphere. If a Japanese person cannot read "kuuki", they are not well respected in Japan.
300
Why is Japan's uncertainty avoidance index so high?
Japan is very set in it's own ways, and follows a rigid organizational structure.
400
This cultural dimension indicates to what extent a culture programs its members to feel either uncomfortable or comfortable in unstructured situations.
Uncertainty Avoidance Index
400
Low context language and communication is based on:
True feelings and intentions.
400
Why should you take notes during a meeting?
It shows the host you are interested in what they have to say.
400
Once received, what should you do with a Japanese business card?
Inspect it closely, as this will show an admiration for the giver of the card.
400
Due to Japan's very collectivist society, what sort of sacrifices will a person be expected to make?
In order to further the group, one will be expected to work long hours as well as forgo individual desires and aspirations if it's in the best interest of the group.
500
What significance do the cultural dimensions have?
Allow us to greater understand countries we are not familiar with, and allow us to prepare and adapt ourselves accordingly for international business.
500
Name one word to describe high context communication.
Ambiguous, cryptic, explicit, indirect, or harmonious.
500
True or False? The Japanese are less formal and don’t like to get straight to business therefore they are more casual in terms of business attire as well.
False. The Japanese businessmen and womena are very professional. Casual style attire is still uncommon.
500
True or false: In Japan, it is considered to be extremely bad mannered if you are late.
True.
500
Why is decision making such a slow process in Japanese business?
Due to their collectivist nature, many individuals across the hierarchy will need to be consulted.