In the blog last week , we completed a brief examination of key cross-cultural models that included an investigation of how contrasting behavioural expectations and values that distinguish global societies evolved over time. This week we begin a new series exploring how to manage living successfully overseas in a new cultural context. Consequently, we shall periodically consider the application of some of the insights gained during the previous series such as understanding t

In the blog last week , we focused on the Lewis model that illustrates three contrasting cross-cultural communication styles. This week, we shall evaluate the Hall Iceberg depiction of culture that acts as both the conclusion to our current series and an introduction to our new topic of ‘Managing Life Overseas’. More specifically, we shall be referring to the Hall model again in the new series especially when exploring the importance of critically evaluating our own domestic

In the blog last week , we focused on the Hofstede argument that attempts to differentiate societies based of distinctive value dimensions. This week, we will explore the model developed by Lewis on the critical practical issue of understanding contrasting cross-cultural communication styles. Introduction to the Lewis model Lewis, an expert on both culture and languages, based his model on extensive cross-cultural research focusing specifically on factors such as behavioural

In the blog last week , we focused on an analysis of the social origins of cultural values. This week we will move on to explore a foundational model of culture that introduces the argument that societies can be differentiated by distinctive value dimensions that are applicable to a variety of practical context. Moreover, the premise of this approach is that an understanding of the combination of such values can enable improved cross-cultural communication while reducing fact

In the blog last week , we commenced our new series by defining the meaning of both culture and cultural norms. This week we will begin by exploring the fascinating question of the social origins of these behavioural and cognitive characteristics. We will then conclude by gaining an overview of the positioning of some example nations in relation to their contrasting value orientations as illustrated on the Schwartz map. The social origins of cultural values Cultural values re

In the blog last week , we concluded the series on the influence and interpretation of non-verbal emotional signalling during interpersonal communication. This week we begin a new series exploring a range of models that provide contrasting interpretations of cross-cultural value orientations. The primarily focus will be on how complex patterns of values are interwoven to shape unique daily behavioural expectations that ultimately define and distinguish contrasting cultural co

In the blog last week , we explored the influence of culture on the transmission and interpretation of non-verbal emotional signalling during interpersonal communication. This week we will conclude this current series on non-verbal interaction by investigating the purpose, intension, and consequences of periods of silence during cross-cultural encounters. Pauses and silences during interpersonal communication Another fascinating area of non-verbal silent language signalling i

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In the blog last week , we examined the intriguing topic of voice modulation that is shaped by a complex pattern of expectations, norms,...

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In the blog last week , we concluded our examination of the distinct variations in organisational cultures and behavioural expectations,...

In the blog last week , we evaluated the Market organisational culture. This week, we shall explore one of the most fascinating styles...

In the blog last week , we reviewed the Hierarchical organisational culture. This week, we shall explore the radically different customer...

In the blog last week , we investigated the Clan organisational culture. This week, we shall explore the Hierarchical organisational...

In the blog last week , we explored an overview of the Quinn and Cameron organisational model. This week we shall investigate what is...

In the blog last week , we completed our evaluation of the Trompenaars organisational types. This week, we shall start with a brief...

In the blog last week , we evaluated the large-scale hierarchical Eiffel Tower culture. This week, we will explore an alternative model...