The Culture Map

Erin Meyer

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 An international business expert helps you understand and navigate cultural differences in this insightful and practical guide, perfect for both your work and personal life.Americans precede anything negative with three nice comments; French, Dutch, Israelis, and Germans get straight to the point; Latin Americans and Asians are steeped in hierarchy; Scandinavians think the best boss is just one of the crowd. It's no surprise that when they try and talk to each other, chaos breaks out.InThe Culture Map, INSEAD professor Erin Meyer is your guide through this subtle, sometimes treacherous terrain in which people from starkly different backgrounds are expected to work harmoniously together.

She provides a field-tested model for decoding how cultural differences impact international business, and combines a smart analytical framework with practical, actionable advice. Review "Erin Meyer provides us with a brilliant guide to what all business leaders need to know right now: How to succeed in managing across the diverse cultural contexts of today's workplace!"―Marshall Goldsmith, author of the New York Times and global bestseller What Got You Here Won't Get You There"Whether you are sitting at a desk in Boston or eating at a restaurant in Beijing, communicating across cultures is the great challenge of the global economy. Getting it right will be the difference between success and failure. Erin Meyer has written a very important book. Managers everywhere should read it."―Des Dearlove and Stuart Crainer, founders of the Thinkers50"Whether you're a corporate or traditional diplomat, global traveler, government official, or passionate world citizen, this is the one book you should not miss.

Chock-full of real-world examples and a simple framework that can be utilized in any cross-cultural context, Meyer's work is characterized by a fresh and relevant voice, distilling down the essentials of communicating, persuading and working effectively around the globe. It is rare that I pick up a cross-cultural book and can't put it down."―Cari Guittard, Huffington Post"With business becoming ever global, there are a raft of books available on dealing with cultural differences. If you only read one, make it INSEAD professor Erin Meyer's...Skillfully blend[s] real-life examples...with an analytical framework... What brings this book to life are the numerous examples Meyer has encountered, both in her own life as an American living in Paris, and in her experience as running the Managing Virtual Teams module at INSEAD."―HR Magazine, 5 star review"The book abounds with well-chosen anecdotes to illustrate the misunderstandings that can arise from clashing cultural assumptions, making this enlightening book a pleasure to read."―Foreign Affairs"Amusing."―Financial Times"This readable book explains how to dramatically increase organisational success by improving our ability to understand the behaviour of colleagues, clients, and suppliers from different countries."―Professional Manager (UK)"A helpful guide to working effectively with people from other cultures...Meyer delivers important reading for those engaged in international business.

"―Kirkus Reviews"In a relaxed, entertaining, but always knowledgeable style, Meyer draws on numerous examples from her experiences to explain how to detect the invisible barriers in the global business world--and how to get past them."―Siemens Industry Journal Book Description In today's ever-more-globalized world, success in business requires navigating through cultural differences, and a knowledge of how to decode cultures foreign to our own. In this fun and instructive book, international business expert Erin Meyer offers key tactics and strategies to help businesspeople overcome cultural obstacles and obtain success.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Cultural Dimensions: Meyer introduces a framework that delineates various cultural dimensions like communication styles, feedback preferences, and attitudes toward hierarchy, aiding in understanding cultural diversity.

  2. Communication Styles: Different cultures have distinct communication norms. Understanding these variances in directness, clarity, and context can prevent miscommunication and enhance effective dialogue.

  3. Hierarchy and Authority: Cultures vary in their views on hierarchy and authority. Some prefer explicit power structures, while others have more egalitarian approaches. Recognizing these differences helps in navigating organizational dynamics.

  4. Feedback Approaches: Cultures differ in their approaches to giving and receiving feedback. Recognizing these preferences aids in providing constructive criticism in a culturally sensitive manner.

  5. Decision-Making Styles: Cultures exhibit diverse decision-making styles, ranging from consensus-driven to more authoritative approaches. Being aware of these disparities helps in aligning decision-making processes in diverse teams.

  6. Conflict Resolution: Cultures have varying approaches to handling conflicts. Some confront issues directly, while others prefer indirect or harmonious resolutions. Understanding these tendencies aids in conflict management.

  7. Perception of Time: Different cultures have different attitudes toward punctuality and time management. Recognizing these differences assists in managing schedules and expectations.

  8. Cross-Cultural Leadership: The book provides insights into leading multicultural teams, emphasizing the need for cultural sensitivity, adaptability, and effective communication.

  9. Building Cultural Intelligence: Developing cultural intelligence involves self-awareness, curiosity about other cultures, and the ability to adapt and bridge cultural differences effectively.

  10. Success in Global Business: Understanding cultural nuances is crucial for success in global business. Leveraging cultural differences as strengths rather than obstacles can lead to enhanced collaboration and innovation.

Language English
ISBN-10 1610392507
ISBN-13 9781610392501
No of pages 288
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Public affair
Published Date 27 May 2014

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