Power Distance

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What are the characteristics of high power distance societies?

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1. Society is differentiated into classes. 2. Power seen as providing social order. 3. Upward social mobility is limited. 4. Resources available to only a few. 5. Information is localized and hoarded.

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What are the characteristics of low power distance societies?

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1. Society has a large middle class. 2. Power linked to corruption and coercion. 3. Upward social mobility is common. 4. Resources are available to almost all. 5. Information is widely shared.

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What is the source for the information on power distance?

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Cornelius N. Grove (2005). Introduction to the GLOBE Research Project on Leadership Worldwide.

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What is the significance of power distance in leadership?

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Power distance affects how leaders interact with subordinates and the overall organizational culture.

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What is the GLOBE Project?

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The GLOBE Project studies cultural dimensions and their impact on leadership and organizational practices worldwide.

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What are some dimensions of culture according to Geert Hofstede?

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1. Power Distance 2. Individualism vs. Collectivism 3. Uncertainty Avoidance 4. Masculinity vs. Femininity 5. Long-term vs. Short-term Orientation.

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What is the relationship between power distance and social mobility?

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In high power distance societies, upward social mobility is limited, while in low power distance societies, it is common.

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How does information sharing differ between high and low power distance societies?

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In high power distance societies, information is localized and hoarded, whereas in low power distance societies, information is widely shared.

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What are universally desirable leadership attributes according to the GLOBE Project?

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Attributes that are valued across cultures, such as integrity, charisma, and team-oriented behavior.

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What are some criticisms of the power distance concept?

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Critics argue that it oversimplifies complex cultural dynamics and may not account for individual differences within societies.