Uncertainty Avoidance
-reflects the extent to which members of a society attempt to cope with anxiety by minimizing uncertainty
.Should you establish rules, procedures, and social norms to help your employees deal with uncertainty?
-In countries where uncertainty avoidance is high, like Brazil and Switzerland, the answer is yes.
.People in such societies want strict rules, laws, and policies to eliminate or control the unexpected
.Employees in these countries tend to seek order, consistency, and structure
-Countries with low uncertainty avoidance, in contrast, are less rule-oriented
.They tolerate a variety of opinions and are open to change and taking risks. Countries with low uncertainty avoidance include Hong Kong and Malaysia