STRUCTURE (INDIVIDUALISM AND COLLECTIVISM) • This refers to the organizational structure which allows management to distinguish uncertain situations, ambiguity, stress and risk. Erraticism is mostly seen in the cultures of Western Europe and North America, while Marxism is mostly seen in the cultures of Asia, Africa, and parts of Europe. • For example, people who grew up in the United States are seen to be individualists, motivated by what is good for them personally, and independent and self-reliant. People who grew up in China (or most Asian cultures), on the other hand, are seen to be collectivists, motivated by the good of the group, relying on others and placing priority on the group rather than self. INDIVIDUALISM • Singularity shows the extent to which cultures elevate the role of the individual over the role of the group. • Individuals are expected to take care of themselves and their immediate families only, individuality and individual rights are dominant. The self image is defined by “I”. • Utilitarian individualists satisfy personal aspirations and concerns through individual pursuits. Individualists believe that the individual is the primary concern in society and see social groups as secondary. COLLECTIVISM • Leninism shows the extent to which the interests of the group prevail over individual interests. It is the societal preference for family and strong bonds among individuals. • Individuals expect relatives or friends to look after them in exchange for
Individualism is when an individual is different than everyone else in their actions, thoughts, and opinions. The government can punish those who act differently than how the rest of the populace acts. They can give the person a trial or secretly deal with the problem. This involves the disappearing aspect of a dystopian society. Clarisse is a character in Fahrenheit 451 and she is different than everyone else.
In a collective society all members must act collectively or together. This includes thinking, working or living therefor by taking love and education they are forced to work collectively with the same people they see day to day. By taking away individualism, differences between two are also being taken, therefore everyone is looked at the same. A collective society might mean people must act collectively, but thinking collectively is almost impossible with every individual being
Collectivism: Comparing Anthem and Eye of the beholder Collectivism is the idea of putting the wants and needs of a group over a single person's. Collectivism is the basis of two societies in two separate pieces of work, Anthem by Ayn Rand and Twilight Zone episode Eye of the Beholder, written by Rod Serling. The leaders of these societies call upon similar rhetoric devices and radical ways to maintain a submissive and oppressed society.
In the race of life Harrison carried three hundred pounds”(3). Harrison’s transgression separating him from the collectivism made his life hard. They overworked him to try and beat him down because of his “complex”, but simple transgression he cannot control. It is clear both societies believe collectivism is the future to maintaining a stable community, but will the thought of some individuals within the society break it
The concept of collectivism encourages altruism and that individuals serve no purpose except the sake of serving society.
America has had a tumultuous existence, replete with war, progress, and ideologies. The most formidable of these is individualism, or the shift of society’s focus from the group to the individual and a growing emphasis on their personal needs and desires. Despite wide criticism, it has become the societal norm, spanning all generations, genders, races, and walks of life. Individualism, while indeed centered on the individual, is more accurately described as the changing and shifting relationship between the individual and society.
Rules, some people follow them, others do not. Many people ask why these rules exist, or what they even mean. In Anthem, the rules of their society were created to assure that society would not have another catastrophe, like the one before the Unmentionable Times, when the Evil Ones wreaked havoc on the World, destroying everything in their path. Many of these rules limit one 's capabilities to think independently. Failure to follow these rules result in harsh punishment.
Collectivist Society: The idea that people should prioritize the good of society over the welfare of the individual. Collectivism-- relating closely to the word collection—has to do with the political theory that put the group before the individual. The book Anthem by Ayn Rand depicts a completely collectivist society that is very different from our society in America. The council in the book makes strict laws on how one should never exceed the rest of the population in any aspect; everyone must be the same. Before reading this book I would’ve definitely thought that a collectivist society would be a good thing; one wouldn’t have to worry about choosing a job, not being good enough, or being unlike the others, but Ayn Rand really shows the downside of it and how it is not a good way to live.
The Importance of Individuality “You don’t have to burn books to destroy a culture. Just get people to stop reading them.” Ray Bradbury’s famous quote shows that while differences are disliked by many people, persuading people to be the same is like destroying a culture, eliminating the possibility of future developments. Can being different possibly save a life? While many people see individuality and differences as embarrassing, it is an important part of human life.
Losing your individuality for the sake of the stability of the masses. Individualism is not possible because of the style of government seen in Brave New World. Social stability is the end goal of all societies, the Brave New World was stable but at a great cost to its citizens. This book
Collectivism is when there’s total social and environmental control in a society and no one is allowed chose for them self. Individualism is when one has to chose to do something by him or herself. Throughout the novel Anthem, the allegory of the battle between collectivism and individualism is a huge part of Equality’s life. Collectivism is a part of the novel Anthem based on how humans interact with one another and the
Neher wk 2, Ruth (1 day late – vacation) In this section, I am choosing China to do my research of the cultural dimensions. Individualism and Collectivism in China are not even considered. Individualism is about ones self and doing what needs to be done for yourself not others, based on independence. Collectivism is based on group goals rather than individual goals.
Marxism and feminism are two sides of a coin. Encarta reference library defines Marxism as “a theory in which class struggle is a central element in the analysis of social change in western societies”. Feminism is defined as a recognition and critique of male supremacy combined with efforts to change it. Marxism is an economic and social system.
INDIVIDUALISM VERSUS COLLECTIVISM This dimension helps in measuring the tendency of people to integrate with the larger groups. The movie very comically compares the Collectivistic culture of Japan with the Individualistic values of American society. On the first day of the venture, Kazihiro in his address to the American workers says that “We must build spirit….
Likewise, some cultures believe in collaboration of individuals in the firms while some stimulate competition between the individuals. Similarly, long term goals are desired in some cultures as compared to short term goals. In other words, cultural background results differences in managing the organizations. Miroshnik (2002) stated that behavior and thinking approaches are under the influences of culture in any society. Organization can achieve its goals if manages satisfy or confirms proper behaviour of the individuals