The culture map

Summary

In “The Culture Map”, Erin Meyer explores how cultural differences affect communication and collaboration in international work environments.

Meyer presents a framework highlighting eight key cultural dimensions, from decision-making to emotional expression, providing readers with a practical guide to understanding and overcoming cultural barriers in a globalized business world.

Author: Erin Meyer

Publisher: Public Affairs

Published date: 01/01/14

ISBN 13: 978-1610392761

Key Ideas

The eight cultural dimensions

Meyer introduces a set of eight cultural dimensions that impact global workplace dynamics. These include high- and low-context communication, attitudes toward hierarchy, risk tolerance, time orientation, trust, task versus relationship focus, decision-making and emotional expression. She explores how these dimensions vary across cultures and how understanding them can enhance collaboration and effectiveness in international teams.

Overcoming communication barriers

The author offers strategies to overcome communication barriers across cultures. She emphasizes the importance of adapting communication styles, understanding cultural preferences in expressing ideas and providing clarity in expectations to foster effective communication within multicultural teams.

Effective collaboration in global teams

Meyer provides guidance on how to build and lead global teams effectively. From managing intercultural conflict to creating an inclusive team culture, she offers practical tools to promote understanding and collaboration in international work environments.