What is a best practice when managing a group of subordinates in an individualistic culture?

A) Recognize an individual's effort toward the team project in weekly meetings
B) Recognize the group's effort toward the team project in weekly meetings
C) Recognize an individual's efforts privately with that individual
D) Recognize the group's effort privately with each individual of the team

A
Explanation: A) Cultures rated higher on individualism (vs. collectivism) are those that value the individual's contributions, so the individuals on your team will appreciate you recognizing what they have each contributed to the project, and providing that recognition in front of others can be reinforcing and motivational in these cultures. The individual level should be the focus for many organizational factors such as motivation, recognition, and rewards to name a few.