As we are on the topic of diversity in the workplace, it is also importaant to understand the people we are working with. So here are some example of proverbs from 4 different countries around the worl that reflect their beliefs and tradition and their culture altogether.
China-
A clever person turns great troubles into little ones and little ones
into none at all.
India-
Large desire is endless poverty,and,I met a hundred men going to Delhi and everyone is my
brother.
Jamaica-
No call alligator long mouth till you pass him,and,those who can't dance say the music is no good.
Greece-
First secure an independent income, then practice virtue, and, the old age of an eagle is better than the youth of a
sparrow.
High-context cultures:
- Japanese
- Arab
- Latin American
- Spanish
- English
AND
Low-context cultures:
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Italian
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French
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North American
- Scandinavian
- German
- Swiss
Remember: low-context cultures are often;
open
straightforward
and emphasize their words
While high-context cultures are often;
formal
patient
and not very literal
