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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Iceland
Communication Specifics

At the beginning of a business relationship, Icelanders may seem reserved, not very sociable and even a bit harsh. However, over time, as they get to know you better, their manner of communication will become more open and friendly.

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Finland
Preferred Topics

Sport is a favourite topic of discussion in Finnish society, especially winter sports, including skiing, speed skating and, of course, ice hockey. Many Finns have been ice-skating since childhood, they go skiing with their families on weekends and, of course, play ice hockey.

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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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Philippines
Personal Space

The comfortable distance for personal interaction in Filipino society is smaller than in many other cultures (such as those in Central and Northern Europe). During conversations, people tend to stand fairly close to one another, which may feel unfamiliar to foreign visitors.

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Australia
Introduction

When greeting someone during an initial business meeting, say your last name first, then add “Pleased to meet you.”

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