Preferred Adaptive Strategies: An Approach to Understanding New Zealand's Multi-Cultural Workforce

Abstract

This article examines the effect of cultural background on the choice of adaptive strategies which various workers employ for dealing with life. A worker's preference among alternative strategies has relevance for many aspects of his work motivation, attitudes and behaviour on the job. The relevance of alternative strategy types for management is discussed and illustrated, and a brief measure of preferred adaptive strategy is provided which can be administered to prospective employees.