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In the four cultural dimensions from the E-Learning module, I see myself closer to collectivism because I value family, teamwork, and strong relationships. In terms of power distance, I am in the middle — I respect authority but believe everyone should express their opinion. I prefer structure and clear expectations, which places me higher in uncertainty avoidance. Finally, I relate more to femininity, as I value empathy, cooperation, and balance over competition.


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Looking at Croatia’s Hofstede dimensions, I notice that the culture is moderately collectivist, has relatively high uncertainty avoidance, and shows medium power distance and masculinity. Personally, I feel more individualistic and comfortable with taking calculated risks than the average Croatian, and I prefer lower power distance, collaborating more as equals. In terms of achievement orientation, I align fairly well with the culture. Overall, I feel integrated in my culture but also recognize that I lean toward more independence and flexibility than the national averages.​

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Yes, sometimes I found it challenging to work with people who preferred strict rules and schedules, as I’m more flexible and willing to take risks. I also noticed it could be difficult when others expected clear hierarchies or formal authority, while I’m used to collaborating as equals. Adapting to these differences took effort, but it helped me learn to communicate and compromise more effectively.​

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Yes, during Erasmus I met people who were more collectivist, always prioritizing group decisions over personal goals, unlike me. I also met students from countries with high power distance, who were very formal with professors and hesitant to speak up, which felt different from my approach. Some were less comfortable with uncertainty, preferring strict plans and schedules, and others were more relationship-oriented rather than focused on achievements.​

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I see myself as quite individualistic, enjoying independence and taking on challenges, as I experienced during Erasmus. I prefer low power distance, feeling comfortable working with people as equals. I handle uncertainty moderately, willing to take risks like traveling but still planning ahead. I’m also goal-oriented, focused on achieving results and developing my career in finance and M&A.​​

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  • After checking Hofstede’s dimensions for my home country, I noticed that they describe general cultural tendencies, but not every person fully fits them. For example, my country shows relatively high uncertainty avoidance, meaning people prefer clear rules and structure, and I agree with this to some extent, although I personally feel comfortable with flexibility and change. The culture also shows elements of individualism, which matches my belief in personal responsibility and independence, but I sometimes feel more group-oriented, especially when it comes to family and close friends. Overall, I feel well integrated into my culture, even though I do not completely identify with every national characteristic.

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]]> Anamaria Bura Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:19:20 GMT https://confident.feaa.uaic.ro/CyberCafe/Academic/Lists/Module3Unit 2 Intercultural Dimensions/DispForm.aspx?ID=316 HW (3/4) - Individual https://confident.feaa.uaic.ro/CyberCafe/Academic/Lists/Module3Unit 2 Intercultural Dimensions/DispForm.aspx?ID=313 Body:

Yes, I have sometimes had difficulties coping with different positions in behavior or values of other people. For example, when someone has very strict opinions or beliefs that are completely different from mine, it can be challenging to communicate without misunderstandings. Differences in communication style, such as being very direct or very indirect, can also create confusion.At first, I sometimes felt frustrated or uncomfortable. However, I learned that reacting with patience and trying to understand the other person’s perspective helps a lot. Listening carefully, asking questions, and staying respectful are useful strategies. Over time, these experiences helped me become more tolerant and open to different ways of thinking.


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Yes, I have met people who had different positions in cultural dimensions. For example, I once met a person from a very individualistic culture, where personal success and independence were very important. In contrast, I grew up in a more collectivist environment, where family and group support play a bigger role in decision-making. This sometimes led to different opinions about priorities and responsibilities.II have also met people from cultures with high uncertainty avoidance, who prefer clear rules and detailed plans. I am more comfortable with flexibility and taking risks, so our approaches to problem-solving were different.These experiences helped me understand that cultural differences influence behavior, communication, and expectations, and they taught me to be more tolerant and open-minded.


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