Cultural Awareness and Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions Theory

Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory is a framework for cross-cultural communication, developed by Geert Hofstede. It shows the effects of a society's culture on the values of its members, and how these values relate to behaviour, using a structure derived from factor analysis.
The original theory proposed four dimensions along which cultural values could be analyzed: individualism-collectivism; uncertainty avoidance; power distance (strength of social hierarchy) and masculinity-femininity (task-orientation versus person-orientation).
Independent research in Hong Kong led Hofstede to add a fifth dimension, long-term orientation, to cover aspects of values not discussed in the original paradigm. In 2010, Hofstede added a sixth dimension, indulgence versus self-restraint.

1- power distance (strength of social hierarchy):The power distance index is defined as "the extent to which the less powerful members of organizations and institutions (like the family) accept and expect that power is distributed unequally".
I think people in Finland are independent. Everyone has equal rights in society. Something that struck my attention at school.
There is a hierarchy among the professions, but this is mostly for making things easier. Everyone fulfills their own duties and responsibilities.
So it's not power centered.
Communication between employees is direct and clear.
In Turkey,There is an formal contact with the managers' teams, where the power is concentrated in the center.
Powers are shared equally in Finland.
2-individualism-collectivism:This index explores the "degree to which people in a society are integrated into groups". Individualistic societies have loose ties that often only relate an individual to his/her immediate family. 
Finland is an individualistic society.
Turkey is seen as a collectivist society with 37 points.
3-masculinity-femininity :In this dimension, masculinity is defined as "a preference in society for achievement, heroism, assertiveness and material rewards for success".
Finland is Feminine society; In Feminine countries, the focus is on “working in order to live” rather than living to work.
Managers strive for consensus
People value equality, solidarity, and quality in their working lives
Conflicts are resolved by compromise and negotiation
Incentives such as free time and flexibility are favored
Focus is on well-being.
Women and men have equal rights. I saw a female bus driver in Finland.
I have not seen in Turkey.
In addition, the youngest and female prime minister of the world belongs to Finland.
Turkey remains on the feminine side. It is stated that the oppressed are valued and the opinion of the majority is approved. While it is said that conflicts are avoided in private and business life, the importance of leisure activities with the family is mentioned.
4-uncertainty avoidance:The uncertainty avoidance index is defined as "a society's tolerance for ambiguity", in which people embrace or avert an event of something unexpected, unknown, or away from the status quo.
High preference for avoiding uncertaintyPeople have an inner urge to be busy and work hard
Precision and punctuality are the norms in Finland.
Rules and laws in Turkey is much needed.Turkish people are hardworking and love to produce.
5- long-term orientation:This dimension associates the connection of the past with the current and future actions/challenges.
Finnish culture can be classified as normative
A strong concern with establishing the absolute Truth; they are normative in their thinking.
It is important exhibit great respect for traditions.
No preference dominant culture in Turkey.It is important exhibit great respect for traditions.
6-indulgence versus self-restraint:This dimension refers to the degree of freedom that societal norms give to citizens in fulfilling their human desires. 
In Finland, Exhibit a willingness to realize their impulses and desires with regard to enjoying life and having fun
Possess a positive attitude and have a tendency towards optimism.
Place a higher degree of importance on leisure time
Act as they please and spend money as they wish.
Turkey is a tolerant country.
Leisure activities are very high.
But people cannot find free time activities due to their busy work to ensure their livelihood.
As the general holiday is on Sunday, people usually spend time on themselves this day.