chap 2.multicultural and global communication
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Chapter 2
Multicultural and Global
Communication
Learning Objectives
1.Explain how cultural differences affect business communication.
2. Identify cultural barriers to communication.3. Explain basic guidelines for effective multicultural
communication.4.Discuss communication challenges in a global
environment.5.Discuss communication challenges in a global environment.6.Describe key strategies for effective global business communication.
Communication Across Cultures is Necessary due to:
•Outsourcing
•Off shoring
•E-commerce
Take Time to Learn the Culture Thoroughly!
Este es nuestro Nuevo auto:
el NOVA!
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!!!
Ceci est notre nouvelle
voiture : La NOVA ! !
This is our new car:
The NOVA!
Welcome!.......Bienvenida!.....
How are You?Cómoes tas ?
I am doing fine ..
Hago bien..
Spanish
Culture
Customary beliefs, social norms, values, material traits, and behavior patterns transmitted from generation to generation that distinguish groups of people
Corporate Cultural Dimensions
•Behavioral expectations
•Values•Patterns of
operation•Beliefs
•Assumptions•Norms•Customs•Rituals•Symbols
Core Cultural Dimensions
•Ethnicity•Race•Gender•Age•Physical disability
Cultural Ethnicity and Race
•Ethnicity relates to common history.
•Race relates to characteristics transmissible by descent.
Gender Roles
•Men and women tend to communicate differently.
•Societal expectations of men and women affect how they interact with one another.
Age Diversity
Age and stage of life affect individuals’ values and how others perceive them.
Physical Disability
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) removes unreasonable barriers to employment in an effort to prevent discrimination against people with disabilities.
Multicultural Perspectives
•Cultural background affects communication.
•Cultural diversity in the workplace and in the marketplace has increased.
•Greater understanding of the connection between culture and communication is necessary.
Cross-Cultural Communication Barriers
•Cultural relativism•Ethnocentrism•Lack of knowledge and understanding of other cultures
•Discriminatory behaviors including harassment
•Language differences
Cultural Relativism
Compares the values and behaviors of different cultures and usually means judging them against standards of right and wrong from your own culture
Ethnocentrism
The inherent belief that your own cultural traditions and values are correct and superior
Stereotypes
•Assumption that behaviors or characteristics typical of a particular culture define all members of that cultural group
•Result from a limited knowledge of cultural diversity
Discrimination
Showing favoritism or prejudicial rejection of people because of differences
Sexual Harassment
•Unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature or with sexual overtones
•Quid pro quo•Hostile environment
Languages
Language differences may be a barrier to effective business communication.
Nonverbal Language
•Influences the receiver’s understanding and acceptance of a message
•Is believed rather than the verbal message if the two are inconsistent
Multicultural Communication
Guidelines•Understand your own culture.
•Keep an open mind and respect diversity.
•Identify and adapt to language differences.
Multinational and Global Business
•Multinational business – operations targeted toward and conducted in two or more countries
•Global business – operations and strategies to serve a world market
High Context Cultures
•Place high value on relationships
•Favor indirect communication
Low-Context Cultures
•Value productivity
•Prefer direct communication
•Give minimal attention to relationship building
Speaking and Writing for a Global Audience
•Learn and use a few phrases and greetings in the receiver’s native language.
•Use the indirect or direct style to match the style of the receiver.
Global Communication Strategies
•Review business communication principles.
•Analyze the message receiver.•Be open to and accepting of
other cultures.•Learn about other cultures
and apply what you learn.•Consider language needs.
My Culture…holding on to my roots but progressing…u
define yours.
THANK YOU