Proper etiquette in today's business world goes well beyond basic table manners (they are,after all,a given in most cultures)and common courtesies (allowing an esteemed colleague or superior to precede you through a doorway, for example).Think of all the elements that go into making a first impression
Proper etiquette in today’s business world goes well beyond basic table manners (they are, after all, a given in most cultures) and common courtesies (allowing an esteemed colleague or superior to precede you through a doorway, for example). Think of all the elements that go into making a first impression
The list is lengthy.There is your manner of dress,your professional appearance,the color of your dress or tie,your body language, handshake,posture,amount of eye contact on introduction,where you put your hands,how you accept a business card and how you present yours as well as the actual content of the card-and you haven't even sat down to begin talks
The list is lengthy. There is your manner of dress, your professional appearance, the color of your dress or tie, your body language, handshake, posture, amount of eye contact on introduction, where you put your hands, how you accept a business card and how you present yours as well as the actual content of the card—and you haven’t even sat down to begin talks
Many experienced international business travelers will advise you that "when in Rome do as the Romans do". While this may work if you are trying to figure out which fork to use or whether to bow or shake hands,it is,in most cases, far easier said than done.And besides, except in superficial areas,doing what the Romans do may be against your ethics, morals,company policy or home government laws
Many experienced international business travelers will advise you that “when in Rome do as the Romans do”. While this may work if you are trying to figure out which fork to use or whether to bow or shake hands, it is, in most cases, far easier said than done. And besides, except in superficial areas, doing what the Romans do may be against your ethics, morals, company policy or home government laws
Regardless of the culture,proper etiquette means maintaining your own values while respecting those of others.It does not mean slavishly following the rituals and practices of others to please your host.If you make an effort at the language,at understanding the basics of common courtesy,and avoid any flagrantly offensive or obnoxious acts,don't be overly concerned about the subtleties-at least the first time around
Regardless of the culture, proper etiquette means maintaining your own values while respecting those of others. It does not mean slavishly following the rituals and practices of others to please your host. If you make an effort at the language, at understanding the basics of common courtesy, and avoid any flagrantly offensive or obnoxious acts, don’t be overly concerned about the subtleties—at least the first time around
To be honest,not that much is really expected of the first time visitor to another culture,though a deeper understanding will be expected each time you visit.The value in understanding etiquette and protocol is in the confidence it gives you and the impression it makes on colleagues. Based on International Business Culture by Charles Mitche业
To be honest, not that much is really expected of the first time visitor to another culture, though a deeper understanding will be expected each time you visit. The value in understanding etiquette and protocol is in the confidence it gives you and the impression it makes on colleagues. Based on International Business Culture by Charles Mitchell