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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Check yourself before you sit down at the negotiating table

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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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Greece
Personal Space

When talking, Greeks stand quite close to each other - closer than other Europeans or North Americans. This distance can also be observed in conversations between people who do not know each other or do not know each other very well. In such situations, it is important not to take a step back, as this can be seen as rather unfriendly and impolite behavior.

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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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Cambodia
Communication Specifics

An important concept in Cambodian culture is "face" and the related concepts of "losing face" and "keeping face". It refers to a person's reputation, appearance, and image. Loss of face occurs when a person is criticized, objected to, or humiliated in the presence of others.

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Bangladesh
Communication Specifics

It is not common in Bangladesh to express one's opinion directly and openly. Strong statements will not be well accepted.

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