Foreign partner — who he is, what it is important to know about the first meeting, how to build a relationship and other useful information

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Australia
Greeting

A handshake is the usual way people greet each other.

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Bangladesh
Taboo Topics

Politics is a difficult topic to discuss and should be avoided at all costs.

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WHO THIS PROJECT IS FOR

Entrepreneurs

For those who develop business contacts with foreign partners

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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

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How to make communication with a foreign partner effective? Cultural profiles of countries — in the public domain

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FREQUENTLY 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:

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Vietnam
Small Talk: Overview

Building and maintaining relationships is important in Vietnamese business culture—especially when it comes to working with foreign partners. So, don’t rush through the small talk. Taking time for casual conversation shows that you value the relationship.

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Norway
Communication Specifics

In Norwegian society, direct and honest communication is the norm. People tend to say what they think without trying to express themselves in any allegorical form. They can easily point out an inaccuracy in your speech or a mistake if they notice it.

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Trainings

Only relevant information for working with foreign partners

Trainings are available upon request. Please contact us.

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