Hofstede's dimension of long$-$term vs$.$ short$-$term orientation refers to

a culture's desire predictability, or the lack of predictability in the workplace and elsewhere.

the extent to which members of a given society value future planning as opposed to a more immediate short$-$term perspective.

the extent that people think of themselves as members of a group or collective, rather than discrete individuals.

the degree of equality of authority distribution in a given society and its workplaces, and employee expectations related to the same.

values such as competition, assertiveness, and achievement versus values like care for the weak and relationships.