Sam

BUS 302-01 Winter 2021
Costa Rica

[Sam @Sam43721725]

In 2007, Costa Rica announced intentions of becoming the first country to be carbon neutral with a goal of doing so by 2021. In 2019, Costa Rica was awarded the United Nations Environment Program’s Champions of the Earth award for the policy it has implemented and pioneered.

[Sam @Sam43721725]

This is great to hear. Costa Rica is also a highly conscious country when it comes to environmentalism, as it has pledged to become carbon neutral by the end of 2021!

[Timothy Ewing @TimothyEwing17]

The Netherlands is one of the most environmentally conscious countries in the world. This stems from a history of battling against encroaching waters and using wind power. This is paired with their strong farming traditions.

[Sam @Sam43721725]

In Costa Rica, education is taken very seriously and there is a major emphasis on the provision of free, universal education to all citizens. CR’s goal is to build a well-educated population for the future to be able to compete on the global stage with countries such as the U.S.

[Sam @Sam43721725]

That is very interesting! In Costa Rica, most students graduate high school having learned English, with a 95% literacy rate for everyone above the age of 15 in the country.

[Timothy Ewing @TimothyEwing17]

In the Netherlands, the ability to speak in multiple languages is highly valued. Students are expected to be fluent in English by the age of 12 and encouraged to learn more languages.

[Sam @Sam43721725]

Costa Rica is much the same! It rates highly in collectivism, feminism, and uncertainty avoidance in regards to Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions. Thus, leading to flat org. structures and carefully thought out group decision making.

[cali edmunds @EdmundsCali]

Businesses in Denmark have a fairly flat organizational structure, meaning there is not really any hierarchy. People are treated equally, no matter what level they fall under. Decisions are made through discussion and consensus.

[Sam @Sam43721725]

In September of 2020, Costa Rica announced the Gender Parity Initiative to increase women’s participation and representation in business leadership positions, and reduce the wage gap. This decision aligns with CR’s high femininity rating regarding Hofstede’s cultural dimensions.

[Sam @Sam43721725]

@KatieDunlop18 That is interesting, I never knew there was such an intricate etiquette for handshakes in Russia. In Costa Rica, there is a large emphasis put on making small talk and forming relationships between possible business partners.

[Sam @Sam43721725]

@TimothyEwing17 Costa Rica, similarly, ranks low in masculinity and is known as a feministic country whose people do not like personal criticisms. It is also highly accepting of women in business.

[Tia Bentivegna @bentivegna_tia]

There is great significance in jewelry within Italy, especially with the symbolism of each stone. Italian culture believes that Emerald represents iron and Mars and, as such, bravery. Turquoise represents longevity with its ties to leadership and Saturn. (https://t.co/huWsGvJqHK)

[Sam @Sam43721725]

Costa Rican business embodies the “Pura Vida” lifestyle of the country, but certain practices are recommended:
-small talk is important to establish trust
-calling people by their title is important
-business attire for all prof. settings
-punctuality is less important than in US

[Tia Bentivegna @bentivegna_tia]

https://t.co/s5BWtYKbrX cautions that it is typical for Italians to "speak simultaneously" and/or interrupt one another during conversation. Italian culture is a "popular" topic of conversation. A lack of punctuality or a mistake is accepted, but being rude or arrogant is not.

[Sam @Sam43721725]

Additionally, Ticos place a strong emphasis on establishing a personal relationship with potential business partners before they consider closing a deal. They highly value the strength of personal relationships when collaborating in business.

[Sam @Sam43721725]

Costa Rican’s, often referred to as Ticos, are known for living the “Pura Vida” lifestyle, which translates to “pure life.” This is reflected in their business dealings, as they are often known for being friendly, relaxed, and extremely humble when talking about themselves.