Barry is promoted to a position in which he will be increasingly interacting with people from other cultures. The night before a big meeting with clients from around the world, Barry realizes he has some negative feelings about several cultures, even though he has really interacted with anyone from those cultures. What should Barry do?
A) request that all participants use English so everyone is on the same wavelength and treated equally
B) assess his own beliefs so he will treat people from different cultures fairly despite his preconceived notions
C) avoid asking any questions for clarification so he does not inadvertently offend others
D) explain to people why he has reservations about their cultures so they will avoid actions he may find offensive

Question

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Barry should assess his own beliefs and biases so that he can interact with people from other cultures fairly and respectfully. Requesting that everyone use English or avoiding questions for clarification can imply a lack of respect for other cultures and can hinder effective communication. Explaining his reservations about other cultures can be offensive and unproductive.

Barry Is Promoted to a Position in Which He Will