Eight Scale Model From Culture Map

Communication : High Context vs Low Context

High context comms has more subtle communication which is implied. Eg. Japan, India
Low Context comms is very explicit. Eg. US, Germany

Evaluation: Direct vs Indirect Feedback

Direct negative feedback can be given individually or in front of a team. Eg. Netherland, Germany
Indirect: Negative feedback is given very subtly. Criticism is given wrapped in other praise and always individually. Eg. Thailand

Persuading: Principles vs Application

Principles first: You start with theory and rational of the argument. Eg. France
Application first: You start with how the new idea can be useful and practical then go the theory behind it. Eg. US

Leading Scale: Egalitarian vs Heretical

In Egalitarian, the boss is just "one of the team" - and plays a co-ordination role. In these cultures, you call the boss by their names. You are comfortable challenging their opinions, etc.
In Hierarchical structure, there is a major difference between the levels of authority

Deciding Scale: Consensual vs Top-down

Consensual cultures make decisions collectively.
In Top-down cultures, one person(usually the leader) makes the decision for everyone.

Trusting Scale: Task vs Relationship

Task based cultures do not have close relationship between coworkers. You work with them closely, but you do not have a personal relationship.
In Relationship based cultures, the team functions better if there is a close relationship between the team members.

Disagreement Scale: Confronting vs Avoiding

Confronting cultures values a good debate and sees values for it in a team
Avoiding cultures put people relationship at the forefront.

Scheduling Scale: Linear vs Flexible

Linear time has strict adherence to schedule. Eg. Meeting starts exactly at the time said.
Flexible time is more adaptable to various environmental issues.

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