Asked by Sebastian Sierra Orjuela on Sep 26, 2024

Refer to All Organic Inc. Tim is concerned about Ellen's lack of international experience. To set her up for success one of the things Tim should tell her is that ___________________.

A) the thumbs-up sign is universally recognized as a non-verbal message to keep up the good work
B) in high-context cultures such as Asia and the Middle East face-to-face interaction is essential
C) in high-context cultures such as Europe face-to-face interaction is essential
D) in high-context cultures such as Asia and the Middle East the content of the message is more important than the delivery
E) videoconferencing should never be used with low-context cultures such as Europe

High-context Cultures

Societies or groups where communication relies heavily on underlying context, non-verbal cues, and the relationships among people more than on explicit words.

International Experience

Exposure to and understanding of different cultures, business practices, and global markets, often valued in professional contexts for its broadening perspective.

Face-to-face Interaction

Direct communication between two or more individuals in the same physical space, allowing for verbal and nonverbal exchange.

  • Understand the impact of cultural differences on international business communication.