Discuss the five dimensions of Trompenaars values study that concerned relationships among people.
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1. Universalism–particularism: Universalism is a belief that what is true and good can be
discovered and applied universally, whereas particularism is a belief that unique circumstances
determine what is right or good.
2. Individualism–collectivism: Similar to Hofstede’s definition, this dimension concerns the extent
to which people plan their actions with reference to individual benefits versus those of the
group.
3. Neutral–affective: In neutral cultures, emotion should be held in check, and maintaining an
appearance of self-control is important, whereas in affective cultures, it is natural to express
emotions.
4. Specific–diffuse: This dimension refers to the extent to which individuals are willing to allow
access to their inner selves to others. In specific cultures, people separate the private part of
their lives from the public, whereas in diffuse cultures, these aspects of the individual overlap.
5. Achievement–ascription: This dimension is about how status and power are determined in a
society. In an ascription society, status is based on who a person is, whereas in an achievement
society, status is based on what a person does.
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