The North American Attitude Toward Work

 

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The North American Attitude Toward Work

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[ID:0125]The following is an attempt to analyze the North American work ethic. Quotes from international consultants will help situate the various elements in a cross-cultural work context.

Goal-oriented and Hard-working

North Americans tend to be goal-...

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