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Welcome to the Culture Dimensions Survey!
This survey is designed to help you better understand how cultural differences influence ones behaviors and interactions. There are no right or wrong answers. Your honest responses are what matter most. Please answer each statement based on your own experiences and perspectives. Your initial reaction is often the most accurate. The survey contains 66 items and should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. All responses are confidential and will be used solely for research and training development purposes.
1. I usually say directly what I mean even if it might make others uncomfortable.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
2. If expressing a different opinion directly might make the other person uncomfortable, I usually choose not to express it directly.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
3. When I disagree with a supervisor/teacher, I tend to express it directly rather than gently or indirectly.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
4. I feel happier contributing to the group than achieving personal accomplishments.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
5. Even when I disagree with my supervisor's decision, I try to make it work rather than openly challenge them and create awkwardness or confrontation.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
6. At work, important decisions are generally made by team consesus rather than by a leader alone.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
7. It's important to have a clear plan before taking action, otherwise, it will result in rework and low efficiency.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
8. When making decisions, I tend to choose safe and stable options rather than high-risk, high-reward ones.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
9. I mainly trust people with a strong track record of performance.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
10. I believe relationships built at work should be separate from personal life.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
11. I can accept rescheduling tasks and priorities when plans change at the last minute.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
12. I can flexibly adjust my work methods to achieve results even the original goals change.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
13. I prefer to understand the principles and logic before moving on to practical solutions.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
14. I focus more on whether objectives are achieved rather than the specific methods are used.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
15. For me, work-life balance is more important than career success or achieving ideal social status.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
16. I believe people are primarily motivated by their own goals and interests in work or study, rather than external supervision or rewards/punishments.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
17. I believe the same rules should apply to everyone, regardless of the situation.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
18. I tend to express my emotions frankly.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
19. I am uncomfortable when people talks indirectly and expects me to guess what he/she means.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
20. I prefer to raise a different opinion privately rather than in a big group meeting.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
21. I am willing to delay current pleasures or rewards for long-term success.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
22. I believe personal contributions should be recognized and rewarded, not just the group’s overall effort.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
23. People are treated equally, regardless of position level, age, or seniority.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
24. When necessary, leaders can make quick decisions without inputs from the team.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
25. I can live with ambiguity and uncertainty at work and life, and consider it normal.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
26. I am willing to take risks even if it may lead to failure.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
27. I prefer completing more work efficiently rather than spending time building relationships.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
28. I stay in touch with former colleagues after leaving a company or team.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
29. I prefer clear schedules and expect tasks to be completed following the timelines.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
30. I tend to stick to initial tasks and goals, even if circumstances change.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
31. In team discussions, consensus on principles and logic should be reached before discussing action plans.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
32. As long as the desired results are achieved, the process matters less to me.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
33. I prefer to enjoy life now rather than delaying gratification until a future day.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
34. I believe people naturally want to relax, so external supervision/rewards/punishments are helpful to achieve better performance in work or study.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
35. I believe exceptions to rules are acceptable in special circumstances or important relationships.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
36. I believe it is best to control emotions and remain calm.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
37. In communication, I usually rely on the person's tone, facial expressions, context, and our relationship to understand their true meaning, rather than focusing solely on their literal words.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
38. When my subordinates or children need improvement, I start with something positive to make the criticism easier to accept.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
39. I believe it is necessary to directly tell subordinates or my children what they need to improve, even it might make them feel embarrassed or criticized.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
40. I am willing to sacrifice personal interests for the benefit of the group.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
41. At work, decisions are mainly made by higher-ranking team members.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
42. I think a good manager shall be able to answer most questions that subordinates may have about their work.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
43. When situations are unclear, I often feel anxious.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
44. I invest time building a network of relationships as a key to achieving results.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
45. I believe being flexible with time can lead to better results than following a set time schedule.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
46. I prefer to understand the background and theoretical logic before hearing specific examples.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
47. I believe the process of achieving results is as important as the final outcome.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
48. I believe long-term planning for the future is more important than immediate results.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
49. I believe showing enthusiasm or concern helps convey my engagement with tasks.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
50. I feel that explaining everything too clearly can sound a bit rigid, since many meanings can be understood through shared understanding and common sense.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
51. I try to avoid disagreements at work.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
52. I can handle multiple tasks simultaneously rather than focusing on one at a time.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
53. Even if I personally don’t want to, I would follow if everyone else is doing it.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
54. Everyone should have a voice, not just the highest level leaders making important decisions.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
55. I believe one can start acting promptly even without a full plan. We can refine the approach along the way.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
56. It is important to thoroughly know a potential collaborator before starting to work together.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
57. I value planning and feel uneasy when deadlines or project schedules change frequently.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
58. I prefer hearing specific example and application before learning a theory .
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
59. I care more whether the process is reasonable, rather than only on the outcome.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
60. I value immediate results more than rewards in the distant future.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
61. I try to let my subordinates/children solve problems on their own, even when it might lead to mistakes.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
62. I speak more carefully with my supervisors than with peers or subordinates because I want to avoid any misunderstandings or signs of disrespect.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Somewhat disagree
Neutral
Somewhat agree
Agree
Strongly agree
Before we conclude, we would like to ask a few demographic questions. This information will only be used for research purposes to better understand the diversity of our participants. Your responses will remain confidential and will not be linked to your identity.
Your age
Under 18
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65 or Above
Prefer Not to Answer
Your gender
Male
Female
Non-binary
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Home country/Culture background (The country you feel most “at home,” which may or may not be the same as your country of birth.)
United States
Argentina
Armenia
Australia
Austria
Bangladesh
Belgium
Brazil
Bulgaria
Cambodia
Canada
Chile
China
Colombia
Cuba
Czech Republic
Denmark
Egypt
Fiji
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Iceland
India
Indonesia
Iran
Iraq
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Japan
Korea
Malaysia
Mexico
Morocco
Namibia
Nepal
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Pakistan
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russian Federation
Serbia
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Thailand
Ukraine
United Kingdom
Venezuela
Viet Nam
Host Country (where you are currently live/work/study. If you have more than one, please choose the one most relevant to your current situation.)
I live in my home country
United States
Argentina
Armenia
Australia
Austria
Bangladesh
Belgium
Brazil
Bulgaria
Cambodia
Canada
Chile
China
Colombia
Cuba
Czech Republic
Denmark
Egypt
Fiji
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Iceland
India
Indonesia
Iran
Iraq
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Japan
Korea
Malaysia
Mexico
Morocco
Namibia
Nepal
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Pakistan
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russian Federation
Serbia
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Thailand
Ukraine
United Kingdom
Venezuela
Viet Nam
Occupassion
Accounting/Finance
Arts/Entertainment/Publishing
Banking/Mortgage/Insurance
Customer Service/Clerical/Administrative
Education/Training
Engineering/Quality Control
Government/Military/Law Enforcement/Security
Healthcare
Hospitality/Travel/Food service
Human Resources
Information Technology (IT) / Software Development
Job Search Aids
Legal
Management/Executive
Manufacturing/Operations
Marketing/Communications / Public Relations
Non-Profit/Volunteer
Sales
Science/Research
Supply Chain Management
Transportation/Logistics
Retired/not working
Others
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