#culture

Analyze the impact of social media on teenage socialization. Pros: Connection, Community finding. Cons: Cyberbullying, Unrealistic standards, FOMO. Theoretical lens: Symbolic Interactionism or Social Comparison Theory.

Define cultural relativism and its importance in anthropology. Contrast with ethnocentrism. Case study: Greeting rituals around the world (Bow vs Handshake vs Cheek kiss). Discussion on universal human rights vs cultural traditions.

Manage remote teams effectively. Practices: 1. Over-communicate (async + sync). 2. Clear documentation culture. 3. Regular video check-ins. 4. Define working hours/availability. 5. Trust and autonomy. 6. Results over activity. 7. Virtual team building. 8. Right tools (Slack, Zoom, Notion). Set expectations clearly. Create rituals. Combat isolation. Respect time zones. Measure outcomes not hours.

Build formal mentorship for skill development. Program structure: Pair senior reps (mentors) with new/struggling reps (mentees). Duration: 6 months. Commitment: 1 hour/week. Mentor selection: top performers, willingness to teach, communication skills. Matching: by skill gap (new rep with veteran), territory (same vertical for relevance), personality (assessment fit). Activities: 1. Call shadowing (mentor observes mentee, provides feedback). 2. Reverse shadowing (mentee watches mentor calls). 3. Role-playing (practice discovery, objection handling). 4. Deal reviews (strategy sessions on active opportunities). 5. Goal setting (monthly targets, skill development areas). 6. Book club (read sales books together). Accountability: shared tracker, manager check-ins, end-of-program presentation. Incentives: mentors get bonus or recognition, priority for promotions. Benefits: faster ramp time (3 months vs 6), higher quota attainment (10-15% lift), retention improvement. Mentee feedback drives mentor improvements.