Chapter 14: Global Issues for Human Resource Managers 359 14-1 APPLYING THE CONCEPT Globe Dimensions Place the letter of the Hofstede dimension of cultural diversity on the line next to the statement exemplifying it. a Power-Distance (low vs. high) b. Individualism (vs. Collectivism) c. Masculinity (vs. Femininity) or Assertiveness (vs. Nurturing) d. Uncertainty Avoidance (high vs. low) e. Long-Term Orientation (vs. Short-Term Orientation) 1. The people seem to prefer sports like soccer and basketball to sports like golf and track-and-field. 2. Managers place great importance on status symbols such as the executive dining room, reserved parking spaces, and big offices. 3. Managers provide poor working conditions to maximize profits. 4. Employees get nervous and stressed when changes are made. 5. Managers focus on quarterly and annual earnings to meet analysis expectations