Explain how cultural differences impact communication in the workplace. Provide 2-3 examples. (Keep in mind language, values, beliefs, ethics)
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Cultural differences can impact communication in the workplace in various ways. These differences may often lead to communication barriers in the workplace. Therefore, it is important to identify and understand these cross-cultural differences in order to ensure effective communication at work. Some of the key causes of cultural difference at work are as follows:
i) Language: Language is often the biggest barrier in a
culturally diverse workplace. This can lead to communication
barriers and miscommunication at work. For example, English is not
the native language of the majority of the communities around the
world and hence, people speaking different languages can hinder
communication.
Companies therefore should work towards having a common medium of
exchange that everyone is comfortable in communicating in a
cross-cultural workplace.
ii) Behavior and Beliefs: Secondly, every culture has their own set of socially acceptable cultural norms and beliefs. Workplaces with cultural diversity should ensure that all these customs and norms are given due respect and people accept each other's cultural differences with an open mind. For example, while some cultures prefer handshakes as a form of greeting other cultures prefer a more non-physical form of greeting.
iii) Stereotypes and Prejudices: Stereotyping and generalizing into one common group is a big barrier in a cross-cultural organization. This tendency to label people based on their cultural background or make the wrong assumption without verifying facts should be avoided in the workplace at all costs. For example, prejudices like women can't do leadership roles have been a traditionally held view for a long time which has no scientific basis. Such false assumptions and stereotyping should have no place in the workplace.
iv) Ethnocentrism: Sometimes it is seen that a culturally diverse workplace can lead to the formation of sub-groups within the organization based on the illusion of ethnicity and "us vs them" factor. This type of cultural hostility is very detrimental towards a positive and safe work culture and therefore should be prevented through proper cross-cultural workshops that allow intermingling of various cultures.
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