North America
United States — cultural profile
American culture scores highest in the world on individualism (Hofstede 91), with low power distance (40), moderate uncertainty avoidance (46), and strong indulgence (68). Direct speech, personal accountability, and optimism about change are the cultural defaults.
Hofstede scores
- Individualism91/100
- Power distance40/100
- Uncertainty avoidance46/100
- Long-term orientation26/100
- Indulgence68/100
- Masculinity62/100
Cultural traits
- Direct communication is respect, not rudeness
- First names across seniority
- Personal responsibility over collective fate
- Optimism about reinvention
Work style
Flat by default, results over hierarchy. Meetings are for decisions, not ceremony. Speaking up in your first month is expected.
Communication style
Low-context and explicit. What is said is what is meant. Small talk warms the room; the point comes soon after.
Decision-making
Individual owners with clear accountability. Consensus is nice but a named decider is expected.
Typical archetype
The Autonomous Navigator
Self-reliant, direct, allergic to detour.
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