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Armando Bartolome Technological advancements have brought people closer. It is now possible to reach people across the globe with just a few clicks. People from different parts of the world, coming from different cultural backgrounds, are now working and communicating together. Thus, for many businesses, it is very important for managers and staff to understand cultural diversity.  We need to be sensitive and respectful. We need to understand that what is accepted as normal in one culture may not be acceptable to another. If your business is in a multicultural environment, understanding differences in culture will help you better deal with and motivate your business associates and employees.  DIFFERENCES IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT STYLES Business management styles differ from country to country. A management style which is valued in European countries may be ineffective in the Philippines.  You may have noticed how Filipinos often address their subordinates using their first name which is considered as a normal gesture in the Philippines. But this will be perceived as impolite in European countries.  Many business leaders today share similar values as well as leadership styles. Nevertheless, we should note that management styles differ across countries because of the influence of political changes, the level of mobility, market globalization and the technological progress.  Additionally, management styles also depend on the level of education, economic development, corporate culture and available technology.  The conventional management style may vanish in time as globalization progresses and more and more businesses deal with multiple cultures and countries. DIFFERENCES IN Read More …