In which of these countries is it expected that you always raise your glass lower than your senior manager? âĒ Italy? âĒ Argentina? âĒ South Korea?
South Korea
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When talking with members of your team who do not speak your language as your first language, what do you do? âĒ Speak more loudly and slowly than usual?âĒ Speak naturally but avoid using jargon, colloquial language and idioms?
Speak naturally but avoid using jargon, colloquial language and idioms that may be difficult to understand
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You are speaking at a business meeting and the Japanese delegate closes his/her eyes. What does this mean? âĒ S/he is tired, maybe suffering from jet lag? âĒ S/he is disengaged? âĒ s/he is concentrating and listening hard?
s/he is concentrating and listening hard
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In South Korea, you should never write peopleâs names in which color? âĒ Red? âĒ Green? âĒ Purple?
Red
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What is reverse culture shock?
An emotional and psychological stage of re-adjustment, similar to your initial adjustment to living abroad.
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A prospective client, in Japan, gives you her business card. What should you do?
Receive it with both hands and carefully study its details before putting it away
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What Is Culture Shock?
Feelings of uncertainty, confusion, or anxiety that people may experience when moving to a new country or experiencing a new culture.
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When conducting business in Germany, is it best to: âĒ Buy local beer and take it to a meeting as a gift? âĒ Not waste anyoneâs time; be punctual and direct? âĒ Give out your business cards to everybody?
âĒ Not waste anyoneâs time; be punctual and direct
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What is "Jet lag"?
Jet lag is a common but short-lived sleep problem you can get after traveling across more than two time zones.
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In which country is it considered offensive to leave a tip after a meal? âĒ USA? âĒ Japan? âĒ Brazil?
Japan
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What color is best for business cards in China? âĒ Green? âĒ Black? âĒ Gold?
Gold
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Which of these should you avoid in China? âĒ Silence during conversations? âĒ Touching and physical contact? âĒ Speaking about family?
Touching and physical contact
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During a business meeting in Thailand, you avoid: âĒ Wearing black? âĒ If you are a man; crossing your left ankle over your right knee? âĒ Pointing to a statue of Buddha? âĒ Having silent pauses during a conversation?
âĒ Wearing black. If you are a man; crossing your left ankle over your right knee. Pointing to a statue of Buddha.