Are you traveling to a foreign country for business? If so, have you spent time researching and learning about their culture, customs, and ways of doing business? If not, you risk losing the respect of your foreign colleagues and may jeopardize your effectiveness in negotiating and striking a deal. When we do business in the U.S. with people from other countries, we expect that they will firmly shake our hand, look us in...Continue Reading
Place your name tag on the right side of your chest This helps people discreetly read your name when you’re shaking hands. If it’s a business function then eat before you go Your main objective at these functions is to network and not eat. Hold your drink in your left hand Do this so that you leave your right hand free to quickly shaking hands. Introduce people properly and make...Continue Reading
Know who the host of the meal is The host is responsible for making and communicating the plans, making a toast if necessary, and paying the bill. It’s also good to know if there isn’t a specific host so that you can be prepared to pay for your own meal. Wait for the host Wait for them to order her/her drink before you do so that you know if you...Continue Reading
Write legibly This means skip all of the acronyms unless you’re sure the receiver will understand, and do not abbreviate so much that the person has a hard time knowing what you are saying. Your email should also be written with proper grammar and punctuation. If you can’t take the time to do this why should someone take the time to read your email? Think about the tone and intent...Continue Reading
Show appreciation When someone does something for you whether it’s big or small thank them for their help. They will be more inclined to help you in the future if they know that you appreciate them. Show respect This means being on-time for meetings, not texting or taking calls while you are talking to someone in person, address people with proper titles, and have a good attitude. Having nice manners...Continue Reading
