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    To examine the impact culture has on communication the core concepts of communication must first be discussed. Fundamentally communication is the “transmission of information, ideas, attitudes, or emotion from one person or group to another” (Theodorsen and Theodorsen, 1969 cited in Theaker, 2011, pp. 22). The aim of communication is ensure that there is a shared level of understanding and knowledge between the sender and the receivers. Berger (1995 cited in Theaker, 2011, pp. 22) sees that…

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    cultural communication lectures I realize that not every one is the same in the way they communicate. We are living in a global world where borders are shrinking and cultures are meshing but there are sill cultural customs that need to be accounted for. Especially as a Campus Involvement Ambassador, it is our job to ensure all student, even international students have a great experience at Fresno State. I was ignorant to the fact there are so many distinct cultures represented around campus. I…

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    Hofstede Cultural Analysis

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    The first dimension compared is “Power Distance” which is an indicator that boundaries between people at different levels within that society or organization are clearer and more firm (Payne). In the Hofstede comparison of this dimension as it relates to American and Japanese societies, the two cultures have somewhat similar scores which indicates they view others as equals and less likely to question authority. As it relates to the operating a Snap Fitness club in Tokyo, Japan, the score in…

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    Culturally Competent Leadership The most complex goal in the field of education is preparing school leaders and teachers to work with students who are racially, ethnically, and economically different from themselves (Gay, 2002). Critical areas of cultural responsiveness strategies in education present 21st century leaders with the overwhelming responsibility of reviewing policies, procedures, and programs in schools. (Pitre, Jackson, & Charles, 2011). Leadership is often regarded as the single…

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    In the United States, many doctors face the challenge of working with patients that are of a different race or ethnicity from him or herself. Along with that, these patients are left confused and with a sense of powerlessness when working with American doctors. It becomes very hard to communicate not only because of a distinct language barrier, but also a cultural barrier. Many cultures approach situations in different ways, especially in regard to medical care. The book, The Spirit Catches You…

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    Cross Cultural Education

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    The Importance of Cross Cultural Education and Training for Employees in the United States Leigh Ann Murphy Touro University Worldwide Executive Summary This proposal was conducted to examine the importance of cross cultural training among managers and employees in the U.S. with the goal of cultivating strong relationships with our associates and clientele with cultural differenecs and foreign employees. The research conducted draws attention to the most successful forms of managerial cultural…

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    • KEY TERM and WHY YOU ARE INTERESTED IN IT Hofstede’s Dimension of Culture: I chose this topic because of my professional background. As an Equal Opportunity Advisor, I have dealt with this internal in organizations and I have seen the impact on the dynamics if not handled in a timely manner. I also worked a case of a foreign-exchanged student at the Air Force Academy who was ostracized and had problems acculturating. Additionally, as a child growing up in the islands, I too was exposed to…

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    Understanding one’s culture is a very important key factor for international business to be successful. Culture is an important part of International business as it defines the collection of beliefs, values, behaviour, customs and attitude of the members of the society. Gerard Hendrik (Greet) Hofstede, is a social psychologist who did noteworthy work in developing cultural dimension theory. On basis of five social issues, he classified five value dimensions - Power Distance, Individualism,…

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    Not to mention the knowledge gained of how the Red Cross impacts the needs of people here and abroad with their lines of service, e.g. Services to the Armed Forces. Regarding professional development, this experience has helped formulate taking ownership of a project; being proactive; identifying solutions…

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    There are many aspects of life that bring different cultures in the spotlight to be compared to other cultures for a variety of reasons. These cultural make ups tend to set these cultures apart from one another or bring their daily lives into perspective for a deeper comparison. As we delve into the culture and structure of the Aztec Empire, Safavid Empire, and Mughal Empire, we will see what sets them above or below an acceptable threshold of life. The Aztec Empire social and cultural way…

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