Instructions for Assignment #10 I developed this table from extensive research done by Geert Hofstede which examines the differences in cultural values between countries. As the table shows, the largest differences between India and Canada are found in the cultural values of Power Distance, Individualism, and Indulgence. With these differences in cultural values in mind, consider what an immigrant from India might do to better adjust to life in Canada Cultural Dimension Power Distance India 77 Canada Individualism Interpretation Indians prefer hierarchy and top-down structure; Canadians prefer egalitarian organizations where managers and employers consult, and communicate with each other more freely Indians are partly collectivist (orient toward others in family and at work) and partly individualist (Hinduism places responsibility with individuals in how they lead their lives); Canadians believe that individuals should look after themselves and family. people should be self-reliant and show initiative, hiring and promotion should be on merit. Both countries are somewhat subdued with respect to competition, success, and winning (compared with the US) Indians manage uncertainty by adjusting easily to situations: Canadians accept new ideas, technologies, inventions, etc. Indians encourage thrift and investment in modern education in order to prepare for the future; Canadians save little money for the future and are Masculinity 56 52 Uncertainty avoidance Long-term orientation 51 36 Indulgence 26 68 Indians have strong social norms and are generally restrained in their behaviour; Canadians like to enjoy life and have fun, they value leisure time and act as they please. The above table is adapted from information obtained at https://www.hofstede-insights.com/country- comparison canada Instructions for Assignment #10 I developed this table from extensive research done by Geert Hofstede which examines the differences in cultural values between countries. As the table shows, the largest differences between India and Canada are found in the cultural values of Power Distance, Individualism, and Indulgence. With these differences in cultural values in mind, consider what an immigrant from India might do to better adjust to life in Canada Cultural Dimension Power Distance India 77 Canada Individualism Interpretation Indians prefer hierarchy and top-down structure; Canadians prefer egalitarian organizations where managers and employers consult, and communicate with each other more freely Indians are partly collectivist (orient toward others in family and at work) and partly individualist (Hinduism places responsibility with individuals in how they lead their lives); Canadians believe that individuals should look after themselves and family. people should be self-reliant and show initiative, hiring and promotion should be on merit. Both countries are somewhat subdued with respect to competition, success, and winning (compared with the US) Indians manage uncertainty by adjusting easily to situations: Canadians accept new ideas, technologies, inventions, etc. Indians encourage thrift and investment in modern education in order to prepare for the future; Canadians save little money for the future and are Masculinity 56 52 Uncertainty avoidance Long-term orientation 51 36 Indulgence 26 68 Indians have strong social norms and are generally restrained in their behaviour; Canadians like to enjoy life and have fun, they value leisure time and act as they please. The above table is adapted from information obtained at https://www.hofstede-insights.com/country- comparison canada