Michael Minkov Volgorde van de boeken (chronologisch)

Wie unsere Herkunft das Denken, Fühlen und Handeln beeinflusst: Brandaktuell in Zeiten großer Migrationsbewegungen erhält der Leser auf gut verständliche und anregende Weise Einsichten darüber, wie der Ort, an dem wir aufgewachsen sind, unsere Art zu denken, zu fühlen und zu handeln formt.

The sequel to Culture's Consequences delves deeper into the framework established by Geert Hofstede, focusing on the study of cultural differences through nation-level dimensions. This approach, characterized by complex variables defined by intercorrelated items, has been embraced by numerous scholars globally, leading to impactful research outcomes. The book builds on Hofstede's pioneering ideas, enhancing the understanding of cross-cultural analysis in management and organizational contexts.

Exploring the interplay between national culture and various societal outcomes, this book delves into how cultural factors influence economic growth, crime rates, and educational success. It also examines the disparities in suicide rates, road fatalities, gender inequality, and overall happiness across different nations. Through this analysis, the author highlights the significant impact of cultural values on a wide range of critical issues, offering insights into the complexities of societal behavior and development.

Since its original hardcover publication in 1991, this influential work has garnered significant attention, selling over 100,000 copies globally and translated into 15 languages. Professor Geert Hofstede's extensive field research on cultural differences provides insights into how we think as members of groups. This revised edition incorporates the latest data from Hofstede's ongoing research, offering detailed comparisons of cross-cultural differences across 70 nations in various domains, including business, family, education, and politics. Hofstede addresses phenomena such as culture shock, ethnocentrism, and stereotyping, while highlighting the practical implications of understanding these cultural differences for more productive collaboration among diverse groups. He combines rigorous intellectual analysis with social, cultural, and organizational research to illustrate a world often lacking self-awareness of the significant differences among cultures, organizations, and nations, especially in the context of globalization. Hofstede argues that culture shock—whether experienced by individuals, organizations, or diplomats—can be advantageous if understood. This work elucidates the differences in thought processes between leaders and their followers, providing practical solutions for resolving conflicts in business and politics.