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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Sweden
Taboo Topics

In communication, foreign businessmen should not touch upon the topics of family and its members, health, or personal pastimes.

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Greece
Greeting

Handshake is a traditional form of greeting in Greek culture. During this greeting ritual, people usually exchange welcoming smiles and maintain direct eye contact with their partner.

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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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France
Small Talk: Overview

The French attach great importance to creating a network of their own personal contacts. They are able to communicate easily, elegantly and casually in a social setting.

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Brazil
Personal Space

The usual personal space for conversation is about 50–60 cm (roughly 20–24 inches). It is smaller than in many other cultures — especially in business settings. During conversations, businesspeople might stand quite close to each other. It’s also common to greet with a hug or a hand on the shoulder.

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