EJP1 Task 1 - Client Interactions on a Global Scale.docx Client Interactions on a Global Scale In the world today, global business interactions have become an essential way of life for corporations big and small. One a
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EJP1 Task 1 - Client Interactions on a Global Scale.docx Client Interactions on a Global Scale In the world today, global business interactions have become an essential way of life for corporations big and small. One aspect of these communications that is often set aside, or blatantly ignored, is the importance of maintaining appropriate behavior relative to the clientele you are interacting with. Since socio-cultural formalities can vary significantly from country to country, it is important to learn about these norms before engaging in global business dealings. The expansion of technology into business communications has increased the viability of global business transactions immensely. Unfortunately, however, many businessmen and women are unaware that there are right and wrong ways to communicate and present themselves with regards to their international clients. Because of the vastly different cultures throughout the world, it is very easy to violate or offend a potential client without even knowing it! For example, lets take a look at a US-based company looking to do business with a prospective client in the Middle East. A simple lunch meeting between representatives from the respective corporations can become rather offensive if the US-based representative simply eats his meal using his left hand. See, in the Middle East, the left hand is considered unclean. While your client will probably be understanding of your cultural differences (just as you should theirs), it is best to come prepared and play it safe. In a world of. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .
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