Layers of Diversity
Cultural Diversity
Long-term vs. Short-term Orientation
Collectivism vs. Individualism
Cultural
Diversity
Femininity vs. Masculinity
Indulgence vs. Restraint*
Uncertainty Avoidance
Demographic
Diversity
Power Distance
Demographic Diversity
Socioeconomic Status, Occupation
Gender, Sex, Sexual Orientation
Geographic Origin, Language
Individual
Diversity
Familial Status
Ethnicity, Race
Disabilities
Religion
Age
References:
Brydon, S. R. & Scott, M. D. (2008). Between one and many the art and science of public speaking, 6 th
edition, McGraw Hill.
*Hofstede, G., Hofstede, G.J., & Minkov, M. (2010). Cultures and Organizations Intercultural Cooperation
and Its Importance for Survival, (pp. 280-287). New York: McGraw Hill.
Perrotte, G. (2012). Culture and Diversity: A Closer Look at Our World. In A. Bagga (Ed.) Strategies for
success SLS 1501 (pp. 164-182). Boston, MA: Pearson Learning Solutions.
Individual Diversity
Expectations
Knowledge
Attitudes
Motives
Beliefs
Gino Perrotte, MA Interpersonal Communication
Values
Gino@rightbrainjourneys.com, 407-690-7698
Needs