Check yourself before you sit down at the negotiating table
WHO THIS PROJECT IS FOR
Students
and educators
For those interested in the topic of cross-cultural differences
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Personnel of organizations
For those involved in the development of cooperation programs with foreign countries
Read Ask a QuestionFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
During the greeting
In a number of cultures a firm Russian handshake is not accepted, for example, in India and Iraq. How should you greet your partner?
When contacting
It can be difficult to determine where on a business card is the first name and last name, and when it is possible to switch to "you".
Giving a business card
What language should the business card be in? What is important to remember when passing it on?
Starting conversation
What topics are considered dangerous? And what is the best way to engage in conversation?
Manners
Pauses in conversation, loud expressive speech, violent gesticulation? What is common in my partner's culture?
The answers to these and many other questions can be found on this site:
- business etiquette — in the intercultural navigator
- business practice — in-depth country information Order
- business situations, problematic issues — trainings, consultations Order
Mexico
Taboo TopicsAll religious topics are generally considered taboo. In particular, never make any (especially disrespectful) remarks about the Virgin of Guadalupe, who is one of the most revered religious figures in Latin America.
Mongolia
Taboo TopicsPersonal topics should be avoided, especially in the early stages of developing business relationships. Questions about family, health, age, or financial status are considered inappropriate when speaking with foreigners. Likewise, it is not customary to make any remarks about a person’s appearance.
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