Cultural Differences


The following is a simplified list contrasting certain aspects of two different cultures. 
If you have never thought about your own culture before, take a few minutes to tick the appropriate boxes.  

Oriented towards individuality
Oriented towards community
Follows authority structures to make requests
Approaches someone personally
Makes appointments
Prefers impromptu meetings
Can refuse a request when necessary
Difficult to say 'no'
Men and women share work
Woman serves her husband

Cultural Influences on my life:

If you ticked mainly left-hand boxes, your dominant culture is western,
whereas mainly right-hand boxes denotes a predominantly oriental culture. 

                                                   




Raficka YASSUR, 17/07/2006