Hofstede cultural dimension: spain
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Introduction
“Issues related to a culture’s time orientation, whether it is an individualist or collectivist society, space orientation, and power distance, not to mention conflict assumptions and non-verbal communication all affect understanding your colleague across the table, as well as your chances of being understood” (D Hummel 2009). For businesses trading internationally culture is an essential aspect that must be considered in all situations.
Culture provides an important source of social identity for its members. Who, as do all people, have a basic need to belong to social groups. Belonging to a culture is represented by acting in accordance with the norms and values and brings safety and security from the group.
But this is only one important function of culture. As well, it also makes action more simple and efficient. When people of different cultures know what to prioritize and
I certify that this assignment is all my own work and contains no Plagiarism. By submitting this assignment, I agree to the following terms:
Any text, diagrams or other material copied from other sources (including, but not limited to, books, journals and the internet) have been clearly acknowledged and referenced as such in the text. These details are then confirmed by a fuller reference in the bibliography.
I have read the sections on referencing and plagiarism in the handbook or in the WIT Plagiarism policy and I understand that only assignments which are free of plagiarism will be awarded marks. I further understand that WIT has a plagiarism policy which can lead to the suspension or permanent expulsion of students in serious cases.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
“Issues related to a culture’s time orientation, whether it is an individualist or collectivist society, space orientation, and power distance, not to mention conflict assumptions and non-verbal communication all affect understanding your colleague across the table, as well as your chances of being understood” (D Hummel 2009). For businesses trading internationally culture is an essential aspect that must be considered in all situations.
Culture provides an important source of social identity for its members. Who, as do all people, have a basic need to belong to social groups. Belonging to a culture is represented by acting in accordance with the norms and values and brings safety and security from the group.
But this is only one important function of culture. As well, it also makes action more simple and efficient. When people of different cultures know what to prioritize and
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