Explain the Japanese Saying "A Nail Standing Out Will Be

question 68

Essay

Explain the Japanese saying "A nail standing out will be hammered down." Discuss how the Japanese feel about group-oriented behavior versus emphasis on the individual.

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Definitions:

FICA Taxes

Federal taxes in the United States that fund Social Security and Medicare, required to be withheld from employees' paychecks.

State Income Taxes

State-specific levies on the earnings of individuals and businesses within their territories.

Union Dues

Fees paid by members to labor unions for the costs of union representation, benefits, and collective bargaining.

Payroll Register

A detailed record of each employee's wages, deductions, and net pay for a certain period.