The Russian internal decision making emphasizes on hierarchy. The leader has a strong power and must demonstrate it. As an example, Nikita Khrushchev has interupted a meeting in the United Nations in 1960, by banging his shoe on the table.

The communication of secret information to people outside the company is a common practise. Therefore, it is recommended for employers to build a relationship based on trust with their employees. It is not rare that employees have to cheat with their boss to have what they need. Thus one have to explain exactly what she or he is expecting. A period for adjustment can be needed for foreign leaders. Good communication and consideration for the employees can help achieve this goal.

In modern new Russian companies and in foreign companies, women in leading positions are quite common. In the new companies, a CEO is often not older than 35 years.