Culture Shock
It was very interesting to read about the behavioral stages expatriates go through: the tourist stage, disillusionment state, and culture shock. Before reading this handout, I have never heard of …
Culture Shock Read More2011-2012 Cohort
Expatriates in the Global Workforce
While reading through this week’s section of Organizational Behavior, I was particularly intrigued by the excerpt regarding expatriates. The term has always conjured images of Hemingway and Fitzgerald for me, …
Expatriates in the Global Workforce Read MoreThe Center of the World? Nope, just the US
I’ve watched my classmates make metaphors about the article, and they are very insightful and well written. I want to have a great metaphor but I can’t think of anything. …
The Center of the World? Nope, just the US Read MoreCulture and respect
I really enjoyed this reading, and yes, I also agree that in order to get along with others, no matter where they are from, you need to have respect for …
Culture and respect Read MoreCultural Differences
I never realized the various differences between cultures. I find it fascinating that the amount of space between two people from different cultural backgrounds could offend one or the other. …
Cultural Differences Read MoreThe Expatriate Future
Until this past week’s reading, I had heard the term “expatriate” before but honestly couldn’t have told you a definition. Aside from being in the dialogue of slick, CIA thrillers …
The Expatriate Future Read MoreCaroline Porter- Elevator Pitch
I am Caroline Porter and I am a multimedia reporter with a broadcast focus. I shoot, write, and edit my own stories using some of the latest equipment, including Final …
Caroline Porter- Elevator Pitch Read MoreEyes of Culture
The whole issue of culture in the workplace, society and the world is fascinating to me. For example, I never thought, the simple act of looking someone in the eyes …
Eyes of Culture Read MoreKeeping a global perspective in journalism
As someone who aspires to be a journalist proficient in nearly every aspect of the craft, from writing to editing to programming, I place a lot of worth in the …
Keeping a global perspective in journalism Read MoreYet another ethical dilemma…
As if ethical debates weren’t grey enough, Organizational Behavior adds another shade into the monochromatic mix: “Ethical behavior across cultures.” By this point in our academic career, most, if not …
Yet another ethical dilemma… Read More