Shortcuts to Judging Others Selectivity-choosing bits of data depending on the interests, background, experience, and attitudes of observer Assumed similarity-perceptions of others more influenced by what the observer is like or thinks Stereotyping-basing perception on group membership or association Halo Effect-drawing a general impression on the basis of a single characteristic, such as intelligence, sociability, or appearance 10 Cross-Cultural ManagementCross-Cultural Management 10 Shortcuts to Judging Others •Selectivity - choosing bits of data depending on the interests, background, experience, and attitudes of observer •Assumed Similarity - perceptions of others more influenced by what the observer is like or thinks •Stereotyping - basing perception on group membership or association •Halo Effect - drawing a general impression on the basis of a single characteristic, such as intelligence, sociability, or appearance