The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Dutch social scientist Geert Hofstede famously developed the Power Dimension Index, which compares a number of characteristics that allows us to compare different cultures. Hofstede argued that these cultural differences can explain around half of the differences observed in how we react to various situations as managers.

Hofstede 80

Hofstede Leadership Styles Environment Power 80

The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 15, 2022

“It is hoped this will inspire and encourage SMEs and mid-sized companies to harness their potential in becoming a major driver of sustainable and inclusive economic growth and innovation by focusing on several core dimensions of future readiness: sustainable growth, societal impact and adaptive capacity,” the authors conclude.

Company 127

Company Hofstede Supply Chain Agility 127

HR Digest

JANUARY 10, 2024

Tasha Eurich, a luminary in organizational psychology and bestselling author, unveils the profound impact of self-awareness in leadership in an exclusive interview with The HR Digest. Join us as Tasha Eurich charts a course for shatterproof leadership, leaving an indelible mark on organizational psychology.

Self-aware 52

Self-aware Hofstede Mentor Learning-by-Doing 52

Harvard Business Review

APRIL 10, 2012

In many Asian-headquartered corporations, this expression of power stomps flat the multi-level relationships and open communication required for innovation. Professor Geert Hofstede calls the phenomenon " power distance." Top-down leadership exists everywhere. It's hard to innovate under these conditions."

Power 20

Power Hofstede Follow-up Learning-by-Doing 20