Which of the Following Is Not Something a Manager Should

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not something a manager should do to communicate better across cultures?

• A) Suppose certain universal similarities.
• B) Emphasize description rather than interpretation.
• C) Practice empathy.
• D) Assume differences until similarity is proven.
• E) Treat interpretations as a working hypothesis.

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Definitions:

Political Behaviors

Actions taken within an organization that are aimed at acquiring, developing, and using power and other resources to obtain one's preferred outcomes.

Self-Promotion

Strategies and practices that individuals use to convey their skills, accomplishments, and overall worth to others, often for career advancement.

Reverse Integration

A strategy where a company integrates backwards in the supply chain, taking over some roles of its suppliers or distributors.

Political Behavior

Activities undertaken within an organization that are aimed at using power and influence to obtain personal or organizational goals.