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When Cultures Collide: Managing Successfully Across Cultures (Paperback)

by Richard D. Lewis (Author)
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Product details

  • Paperback: 500 pages
  • Publisher: Nicholas Brealey Publishing; New edition edition (10 Dec 1999)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1857880870
  • ISBN-13: 978-1857880878
  • Product Dimensions: 23.3 x 15.5 x 3.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 393,929 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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The premise of this work is that the successful managers of the 21st century will be the culturally sensitive ones. It also argues that competitive advantage can be gained from having strategies to deal with the cultural differences encountered in any international business setting. The author provides a guide to working and communicating across cultures, and discusses how language and culture affect the ways in which people think and respond. With advice ranging from differences in etiquette and body language to global negotiations and international marketing, this text provides direction for professionals from all areas of industry.


From the Author

Be prepared for global interaction.
I have been explaining how nationality differences impact on international business relations for over 15 years. During this time, I have come to realise that existing models for cultural analysis fail to capture the true picture of cultural diversity. I therefore invented my national categorisation model detailing Linear-active, Multi-active and Reactive cultures. When Cultures Collide is based on this model and I believe is the first book which really provides the internationally-minded reader with an opportunity to understand – in clear and simple terms – how to interact successfully with other cultures. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A modern classic for achieving inter-cultural competence, 22 Mar 2001
Lewis' book is a must read for global managers and students of international business alike. Explainations for global variations in perception, contrasting leadership styles and relation to time are highlighted with several good examples. 3 categories of culture are defined and both verbal and non-verbal communication techniques are extremely valid. The last third of the book is donated to specific countries, where the east-west contrasts are very helpful. Finally, the chapter on empathy puts everything together to give the reader a excellent standpoint from which to manage interculturally.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, 30 Jul 2005
By Rory Morty "Rory Morty" (Giessen, Germany) - See all my reviews
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This is an excellent book. From its marketing, I thought that "When Cultures Collide: Managing Successfully Across Cultures" pertained specifically to dealing with people of different nationalities in the business place. And indeed, it is a most useful book for that purpose. However, I was struck by how much one could apply Lewis' analyses to other situations, for example, dealing with people of other nationalities on a social level. Indeed, I have many aquaintances, and some close friends, from diverse backgrounds, and this book sometimes occupies us for entire evenings, discussing our experiences with one another. The chapter on Hungarians I found particularly accurate, and entertaining. I believe that Lewis would have enjoyed hearing some of these discussions (and arguments). My point is: don't dismiss this book thinking it is a businessman's tool. It's a good read for anybody who encounters people of other nationalities and cultures, irrespective of the context.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for anyone working in multi-cultural environments, 14 Dec 2004
I've travelled, competed in sport and worked in over 55 countries for over 25 years. The fascination of different cultures grows as I learn more.

This book can be used before embarking on life in a new country or life alongside someone who comes from a different culture to yours, whether the relationship is personal or work based.

Whilst the book provides an excellent appreciation of cultural differences, it is a fascinating and sometimes humourous read. It has made for some fun and interesting conversation with people from other cultures or those who are experiencing other cultures.

For any manager working in an international environment, this is a 'must-read'.

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