On several occasions we see George Wendt’s openly antagonistic responses to the exercise of authority by Japanese managers. Discuss the concept of authority as seen in both cultures. Discuss...

On several occasions we see George Wendt’s openly antagonistic responses to the exercise of authority by Japanese managers. Discuss the concept of authority as seen in both cultures. Discuss expectations of compliance. How might George’s actions be interpreted differently by each culture? Indeed, would they be seen as different by an American manager as compared with a Japanese manager?