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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Türkiye
Introduction

Traditionally, every person in Türkiye is given three names. The first is assigned in honor of a relative and is used only in formal legal documents. The second is the given name, and the third is the surname, which is inherited from the father. Most surnames commonly used in Turkey today appeared after the 1934 reforms related to the establishment of the Republic of Turkey.

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Italy
Communication Specifics

In the early stages of a business relationship, etiquette and protocol should be observed. This means using the formal titles and ranks of your partner when communicating with them. It is important to be particularly courteous and polite when talking to an older person.

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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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Argentina
Greeting

In Argentina, a typical business greeting is a firm and energetic handshake. It's important to make eye contact while doing it.

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Afghanistan
Introduction

Most Afghans do not have surnames, limiting themselves to first names only. However, if necessary, they can choose a surname, which is usually done by the middle class, city dwellers, and those with higher education.

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