INST 335 Lecture Notes - Lecture 18: Gender Equality, Collectivism, Egalitarianism
6 Feb 2019
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In highly assertive countries like the united states and austria, competition between individuals and groups is encouraged. Managers may set up incentives that reward the best idea, even if it"s contrary to established practices. Sweden and new zealand, prefer harmony in relationships and emphasize loyalty and solidarity. In high-power-distance countries like thailand, brazil, and france, the answer is no. People in these societies expect unequal power distribution and greater stratification, whether that stratification is economic, social, or political. People in positions of authority in these countries expect (and receive) obedience. Decision making is hierarchical with limited participation and communication. Australia, in contrast, has a power distance rating that is much lower than the world average. The australian view reinforces cooperative interaction across power levels and stresses equality and opportunity for everyone. Countries with low gender egalitarianism are male dominated. Men hold positions of power to a much greater extent in low-gender-egalitarianism countries like egypt and south.
