Northern Europe
Sweden — cultural profile
Swedish culture combines high individualism (71) with the world's lowest masculinity score (Hofstede 5) and low power distance (31). Consensus, modesty (lagom), and quality of life outrank competition and status.
Hofstede scores
- Individualism71/100
- Power distance31/100
- Uncertainty avoidance29/100
- Long-term orientation53/100
- Indulgence78/100
- Masculinity5/100
Cultural traits
- Lagom — 'just enough', not too much
- Consensus and equality as defaults
- Modesty, avoidance of standing out
- Deep respect for privacy
Work style
Flat, consensus-driven, protective of work-life balance.
Communication style
Direct in content, restrained in delivery. Silence is comfortable.
Decision-making
Consensus is decisive; once reached, execution is smooth.
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