1. Christina Ttofari Communication and internet study 2010-2011

2.  The simplest hand gestures change meaning from culture to culture.  A gesture that communicates good luck in Brazil is the equivalent of giving someone “The finger” in Colombia.  In culture that value age and seniority, longevity earns respect and increasing power and freedom.

3.  For instance, in many Asian societies, the oldest employees hold the most powerful jobs, the most impressive titles, and greatest degree of freedom and decision-making authority. If a younger employee disagrees with one of these senior executives, the discussion is never conducted in public.  As with all diversity issues, the solution to age- related conflicts can be found in respecting one another and working toward common goals. As Virginia Byrd, a veteran career counselor from Encinitas, California, put it, "Its a real blessing to have different generations in our workplace. There is so much we can share, if we make the effort."

4.  Thank you for your attention!!!