Identify aspects of culture that are most important to each country.

Identify aspects of culture that are most important to each country.

Brazil has two aspects that rate higher in importance for them: Power Distance and Uncertainty Avoidance. Power Distance for Brazil is represented by following a hierarchy, and that status shows power in society. Individuals with more seniority should be respected at work and in personal relationships. Uncertainty Avoidance in Brazil means they have a strong need for rules and structure. Individuals should follow the rules and law in work and everyday life, if they don’t they are weak (“Country Comparison”, n.d.). 

Finland’s two aspects are Individualism and Uncertainty Avoidance. Individualism means that individuals are expected to look after themselves and family only. In business, the manager’s and employees’ relationship is built on the understanding that hiring and promotions are based on work ethic and not personal relationships. Uncertainty Avoidance for Finland means they have a preference for avoiding possible uncertainties. They have a strong understanding of the rules that must be followed, that time is money, and that job security is essential (“Country Comparison”, n.d.). 

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