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Culture is defined as the shared values and practices of a society. Cultural values vary between cultures and individuals. Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture is superior to others, which can lead to negative reactions when encountering different worldviews. Cultural relativism is the opposite approach, attempting to understand others' beliefs and behaviors in the context of their own culture. Organizations contain cultural diversity as individuals have differing worldviews. Managing diversity requires flexibility, understanding differences, learning about other cultures, equitable but not uniform treatment, and encouraging constructive communication about differences. Maintaining a positive work environment involves clear communication, awareness of non-verbal cues from other cultures, and explaining one's own organizational culture. Benefits of diversity

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Culture is defined as the shared values and practices of a society. Cultural values vary between cultures and individuals. Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture is superior to others, which can lead to negative reactions when encountering different worldviews. Cultural relativism is the opposite approach, attempting to understand others' beliefs and behaviors in the context of their own culture. Organizations contain cultural diversity as individuals have differing worldviews. Managing diversity requires flexibility, understanding differences, learning about other cultures, equitable but not uniform treatment, and encouraging constructive communication about differences. Maintaining a positive work environment involves clear communication, awareness of non-verbal cues from other cultures, and explaining one's own organizational culture. Benefits of diversity

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CULTURE
Culture is defined as a shared design for living. It is based on the values and practices of a society, a group of people who interact together over time. culture absorb through the early process of socialization Cultural Values,vary from culture to culture and from person to person,

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Ethnocentrism Ethnocentrism is a concept that refers to people's believe that their culture is superior to all others. 'My culture & values are obviously better than other . Common ethnocentric reactions to a differing worldview are anger, shock, and amusement.
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Cultural relativism The opposite of ethnocentrism attempt to understand anothers beliefs and behaviors in terms of that persons culture. able to see alternatives and to negotiate with another person on the basis of respect for cultural differences.

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Diversity Occur within an organization. have limited information about other peoples worldviews. interact; frequently . When ethnocentric thinking pervades an organizational culture

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Tips to manage organizations diversity: Be flexible; try to adapt to the style of the person with whom you are communicating. Understand that cultural differences exist. Learn about other cultures. Treat people equitably but not uniformly. Encourage constructive communication about differences.

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Steps maintain a positive work environment organization Through effective Communication Be clear and concise and avoid slang Be especially alert for the non-verbal language of those whose cultural background is different from your own. While you are learning about the culture of others, also take the time to explain your organizations culture.

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Benefits:
Diversity brings variety of ideas and viewpoints to the organization especially when creative problem solving is required. Diversity increases productivity and makes work fun and interesting. Employees take risks; play to win rather than not to lose. As a result, creativity, leadership, & innovation are enhanced. Employees are empowered and have a sense of their potential in and value to the company.

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