Hofstede's Value DimensionsAccording to World Speaking, after examining the actions between civilizations, Professor Geert Hofstede created the Theory of Cultural Dimensions. He constructed the model based on four main cultural elements: power distance, uncertainty avoidance, individualism/collectivism, masculinity/femininity, and long-term/short-term orientation. Each of these dimensions has a different cultural value, common throughout the world. Hofstede ranked Indonesia among the top four on these dimensions. Comparing Indonesia with the United States reveals two big differences, one similarity and one small disparity. (Geert Hofstede and Cultural Dimensions Theory) Power Distance The degree to which people consent to and assume inequalities among themselves in the nation refers to the cultural value dimension of power distance. With a score of 78, Indonesia has a high power distance. Society relies on the chain of command; they recognize the disparity of privileges between authority and lower ranks. Leaders command and assign and are inaccessible, demanding and esteemed. With focused command, managers rely on compliance and staff anticipate directions and assignments. The power distance score in the United States is quite low, at only 40 on this scale. A large inconsistency between countries is apparent; Since the United States does not adhere to power to the same degree as Indonesia, this could be a problem for the team. In the United States, superiority is present but available, unlike Indonesia, and also relies on the competence of personnel. (What about Indonesia?) Uncertainty Avoidance How a civilization deals with uncertainty and the unknown future and the extent to which it feels the endan...... middle of paper ......suits or skirts and blouses for women” while respecting Muslim culture by avoiding tight-fitting and skin-revealing clothing (Business Culture in Indonesia). The climate requires lightweight clothing to withstand Indonesia's high temperatures and humidity. Regular attire is appropriate for typical work sessions, while more casual, casual attire is appropriate for later meetings. (Business culture in Indonesia)Daily lifeWorks citedBusiness culture in Indonesia. and CDA Media. Internet. April 22, 2014. .Geert Hofstede and the theory of cultural dimensions. 2011. A Berlitz Company. Internet. April 22, 2014. .What about Indonesia? and itim International. Internet. April 22 2014. .