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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Mexico
Personal Space

Mexicans tend to have a smaller personal space than people from many other cultures. During a conversation, they often stand quite close to one another. Taking a step back to increase distance might be seen as unfriendly or overly formal.

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Ethiopia
Exchange of Business Cards

In addition to standard information (name, surname, company name, and contact details), be sure to include your job title or position within the company, as well as any other possible credentials. This will help your Ethiopian colleague understand your place within the organizational hierarchy you represent.

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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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Malta
Taboo Topics

Although Maltese are open to discussing almost any topic, refrain from making harsh and overly frank remarks, especially on political topics.

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Argentina
Small Talk: Overview

Argentinians put a lot of value on building personal relationships with their business partners, so be ready for some extended small talk. This kind of conversation helps them get to know you better, which can open the door to future collaboration.

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