Traveling to all corners of the world gets easier and easier. We live in a global village, but this doesn’t mean that we all behave in the same way.
How should we behave when you meet someone for the first time? An American shakes your hand firmly while looking you straight in the eye. In Thailand, people greet each other by pressing both hands together at the chest.
Many countries have rules about what you should and shouldn’t wear. In Muslim countries, women should wear long blouses and skirts .In Korea, you should take off your shoes when entering a house. Remember to place then neatly together where you came in.
In Spain, many people eat a light breakfast and a late dinner. In Mexico, lunch is the time to relax, and many people prefer not to discuss business as they eat .In Britain, it’s not unusual to have a business meeting over breakfast.
In most countries, an exchange of business cards is necessary for all introductions. You should include your company name and your position. If you are going to a country where your language is not widely spoken, you can get the back side of your card printed in the local language. In China, you may present your card with the writing facing the person you are giving it to.
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Title: Good _________ |
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Aspect |
Country |
Custom |
_________ |
America Japan Thailand |
Shaking hands firmly _________ to show respect Pressing both hands together at the chest |
Dressing |
_________ countries Korea |
Wearing long blouses and skirts Taking off your shoes at the ________ |
Eating |
Spain Mexico ________ |
Having a light breakfast and a late dinner Relaxing while having ________ Holding a business meeting over breakfast |
Doing business |
Most countries China |
Exchanging business cards when ________ yourself Presenting a card to a person ________ its front facing him |
Conclusion: When traveling ________, we should follow local customs. |