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United States
United States
North America · 332M · English
Cultural Dimensions
DirectCommunicationIndirect
DirectFeedbackIndirect
EgalitarianAuthorityHierarchical
ConsensualDecisionsTop-down
Task-basedTrustRelationship
OpenConfrontationAvoidant
FlexibleTimeLinear
PrinciplesArgumentsPractical
Key Cultural Features
- ◆Direct communication — say what you mean, mean what you say
- ◆Time is money — efficiency and punctuality are valued
- ◆Individualism — personal achievement is celebrated
- ◆Informal culture — first-name basis is common quickly
- ◆Results-oriented — focus on outcomes, not process
- ◆Small talk is expected but should be brief before business
✅ Business Tips
- •Get to the point quickly — Americans value time efficiency
- •Use first names unless told otherwise
- •Firm handshake with eye contact is the standard greeting
- •Follow up with clear action items and deadlines after meetings
- •Be prepared to make decisions quickly
- •Presentations should be engaging and concise, not overly detailed
❌ Things to Avoid
- •Don't be late — punctuality shows respect
- •Avoid discussing salary, religion, or politics with new contacts
- •Don't dominate conversations — Americans value balanced dialogue
- •Avoid overly formal language — it can feel distant
- •Don't make commitments you can't keep — follow-through is key
Hofstede Dimensions
40
PDI
Power Distance
91
IDV
Individualism
62
MAS
Masculinity
46
UAI
Uncertainty Avoidance
26
LTO
Long-Term Orientation
68
IVR
Indulgence
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