Business Culture and Etiquette

Business with international clients requires more than just technical acumen. Etiquette, manners, and cross cultural, or intercultural communication have become critical elements required for all International and Global Business executives, managers, and employees. As international, multinational, transnational, multi domestic, and global business continues to expand and bring people closer, the most important element of successful business outcomes may be the appreciation and respect for regional, country, and cultural differences - known as cultural diversity.

In a series of articles, I'll explore the basics of cross cultural etiquette and write about greeting styles, art of formal gift giving, raising a toast, dining table etiquette and more....keep reading...