How can managers be encouraged to develop global thinking?

What is your assessment of his lessons for cross-cultural managers? Relate these lessons to the findings of the effective global leader.

Has economic globalization helped people to bridge these cultural gaps? Why or why not?

Discuss where the United States, Malaysia, and China stand on Hofstedes cultural dimensions.

How is the GLOBE project different from the Hofstede project of cultural dimensions? What are the main findings of the study?

What are some of the sources of McDermotts excellence at managing cross-cultural differences? How did his experience managing a deli store at a young age help him develop cross-cultural management skills?

Explain the term born global and why it is important for companies to take this approach.

Briefly describe the main cultural dimensions of Hofstedes framework. Where does the U.S. stand on each of the dimensions?

How can managers use insights from Hofstede and GLOBE in conjunction with an understanding of social institutions?

Describe how the GLOBE tools can be used by managers to prepare for cross-national situations.