By Larry Goldsmith, CWDP, P.E.T.
Professor Geert Hofsted, a Dutch expert developed the Cultural Dimensions Theory which eventually became a guide on how corporate executives effectively and successfully conduct business in an international environment. The theory demonstrated that there is no such thing as a universal management method. Professor Hofsted’s theory in essence says to manage successfully in an environment that transcends borders and countries, you need to know and identify with the entire local population. Hofsted’s research pointed out that people from difference cultural orientations will behave in different manners.
Why do I bring up this Cultural Dimensions Theory in a job search book?
Since a job search involves your interaction with the behavior of many individuals, from a broad spectrum of cultures too, you will do better in your job search if you take into consideration this Cultural Dimensions Theory. It is essential you understand that is there is no universal approach to your job search. An example is that each employer will interpret your Résumé differently. Each response to an interview question may not mean the same to each employer. One answer to the same interview question is not automatically best. Approach every employer as an individual. Consider each position you apply a new beginning. Apply this theory by reinventing yourself for each position you apply. It does not have to be much. But be in the habit of refining, correcting, upgrading, adjusting and modifying yourself at each stage of your search. This means you will need to fine-tune and adjust your Résumé, your responses to interview questions and how you conduct yourself during the interview process for each employer you come in contact.
Sidebar: Just as an athletic team prepares a new game approach for each opponent, you too will fair best if you do the same for each position you apply.
Except from Staging a Successful Job Search.
Due out in December 2009
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