by Chris Smit | Jun 19, 2016 | Collecitivism
The country is Japan. The setting is a commuter train. The situations is a pregnant woman, wearing a badge telling people around her she is pregnant. The reason for this is so other sitting passengers will stand up (if they can, due to the crowded train!), and let the... by Chris Smit | May 29, 2016 | Collecitivism, Individualsism
What is High Context Culture? You might have heard of these words: high context culture and low context culture. But what is it and, if you’re working with different cultures, why is it important to understand the differences? In an earlier post, I discussed... by Chris Smit | Jun 6, 2012 | Collecitivism, Individualsism
A Story on Cultural Awareness Relating to Task vs Relationship Orientation It was my second trip to Guatemala. This time is also work-related. My trip covered 6 days in total. I had to work on Thursday & Friday, and Monday & Tuesday. Leaving the weekend in... by Chris Smit | May 14, 2012 | Collecitivism, Individualsism
Individualistic Cultures & What is Individualism In this article, I will focus on the following topics within understanding “What is Individualism & Individualistic Cultures”. What is individualism What is collectivism Individualistic cultures or... by Chris Smit | Nov 3, 2011 | Collecitivism, Individualsism
Cultural Awareness and the Second Primary Dimension of Culture Let’s start with a definition of Cultural Awareness: “Someone’s cultural awareness is their understanding of the differences between themselves and people from other countries or other...
by Chris Smit | Apr 4, 2009 | Collecitivism, Cuba, Government, Leaders, Power Distance
Culture in Cuba He turned 80 recently. And however much an icon he is for Cubans, he is also mortal, meaning Fidel Castro will not live forever. An article about Culture in Cuba. Being the longest reigning ‘benevolent’ dictator (since 1959) in the world,...
