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Posts Posts ME Chapter 5 - Managing Across Cultures 18 18 O Doing Business With Other Cultures China Very few outside firms have yet to make a profit in China. One primary reason is that Western-based MNCs do not appreciate the important role and impact of Chinese culture. When dealing with the Chinese, one must realize they are a collective society in which people pride themselves on being members of a group. France Many in the United States believe that it is more difficult to get along with the French than with other Europeans. This feeling probably reflects the French culture, which is markedly different from that in the United States. Russia The Russian economy has experienced severe problems, and the risks of doing business there cannot be overstated. At the same time, however, by following certain guidelines, MNCs can begin to tap the potential opportunities. Properties of various discussions Discussion 1. Post a few cultural highlights described in your textbook from each country above listed. ? Respond to another student from an American Russia The Russian economy has experienced severe problems, and the risks of doing business there cannot be overstated. At the same time, however, by following certain guidelines, MNCs can begin to tap the potential opportunities. Discussion 1. Post a few cultural highlights described in your textbook from each country above listed. 2. Respond to another student, from an American point of view, and state, why you think one of the cultural highlights posted, would affect MNCs in doing business in that country. scussions If you do not respond to another student, you will only receive 50% of the grade earned until you do respond. Do not attach documents to Discussions