East Asia
South Korea — cultural profile
Korean culture combines strong collectivism (individualism 18) with high power distance (60), very high uncertainty avoidance (85), and the world's highest long-term orientation (Hofstede 100). Confucian hierarchy and group loyalty shape daily life.
Hofstede scores
- Individualism18/100
- Power distance60/100
- Uncertainty avoidance85/100
- Long-term orientation100/100
- Indulgence29/100
- Masculinity39/100
Cultural traits
- Confucian hierarchy — age and seniority matter
- Group loyalty and shared meals
- Very long horizons in planning
- High-context communication
Work style
Hierarchical, hard-working, loyalty-driven.
Communication style
Indirect, careful with face, layered.
Decision-making
Top-down after wide private consultation.
Typical archetype
The Patient Architect
Thinks in years, not days.
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