Briefly explain two assumptions about groups that would be different between individualistic cultures and collectivistic cultures

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Answer 1

Generally, individualistic cultures place value on individuality. This value produces several assumptions about group work: best decisions are made by individuals, planning should be done by the leaders, individual effort should be rewarded, individuals should work primarily for themselves, healthy competition between group members is encouraged, meetings exist to share information, individuals accomplish more than groups, the prime purpose of meetings is to advance your own ideas, and group meetings are often perceived as a waste of time.

Collectivist cultures value groups over individual members. Therefore, group assumptions include: the most effective decisions are made by teams; planning is best done by the entire group; groups should be rewarded, not individuals; individuals should work for the team, not for themselves; teamwork is more important than competition; meetings are for making group decisions; you get more accomplished in a group than individually; the prime purpose of meetings is to reach a consensus; group meetings are the best way to achieve a goal.