Management in Two Cultures: Bridging the Gap Between U.S. and Mexican Managers Paperback – February 1, 1995

I am a Consultant on Cross-Cultural Communication Mexico-U.S. I read this book in a few hours last night in preparation for a research project. I was expecting to find new information or information based on the latest cross-cultural research. Then I looked at the publishing date and found my answer. The first edition is from 1989, thus some of the information even on second edition is outdated. Ms. Kras does a wonderful job comparing and contrasting an exhausting list of cultural values which works as a first step. Yet, I am looking for the next level. What happen to the Mexican and U.S. managers when they actually interact and how those misinterpretations and misunderstandings get resolved effectively?A "laundry list" is a good start but does not answer questions nor does give light to getting pass those differences.

It was much better than I expected and came right on the dot instead of later in the range

Very easy to read and simple but clear layout the culture differences between US and Mexico. One can draw parallel easily from this book when comparing other cultures in similar clusters. Although the data was collected years ago, it seems the conclusions are still valid based on the feedback from my Mexican classmates. Highly recommended.

When I moved to Mexico one year ago to run a division for my company, I read many books -- this one is the best!It clearly outlines differing cultural norms and pitfalls.I did feel some of the "case study" scenarios were a bit contrived and awkward, but this book nails the central issues facing American managers in Mexico.Mexico can be a great place to work and live, particularly if you are sensitive to the business culture and its nuances.Experience is the only true teacher, but this book makes the lessons far less painful.Enjoy!

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I first read this book in 1988 as I was tasked with building a Maquiladora in Tijuana for Square D Corporation. The consultant we had engaged made this required reading before I even started on the project. While it is always a danger to stereotype a culture, I believe the author did an excellent job presenting the issues in a useful non-blaming manner.

Very good analysis of US and Mexican cultures and management styles. Easy to read, great for employees working in both US and Mexican business cultures.

It provides specific differences between US & Mexican executives, the way they work, plus the cultural & educational reasons to react different to a same situation. It's a great tool to undestand and learn how to work with executives from both sides of the border...