Cultural Etiquette and International Protocol
To Thine Own Self Be – Gracious … by Angela Gregory
“When one door closes, another opens;
but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that
we do not see the one which has opened for us.”
ꟷAlexander Graham Bell
We all know that COVID-19 has proven to be a formidable adversary–causing the deaths of many and the destruction… Continue reading
Global Women’s Peace Network (GWPN)
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The GWPN brings together leaders, organizations, and governments to solve pressing social issues and secure an environment for equitable human development. Through peace leadership based on the Feminine aspect of human nature, women who support and . . . Continue readingCross Cultural Resources
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Potential Business Opportunities for Global Business
Guest Columnist: … Mike Wynne, president, International Management Consulting Associates (IMCA) | United States population is 325 million persons while the number of consumers in the rest of the world is almost 7 BILLION. Further, our nation’s annual economic growth was only about 1.2 percent this past year. So, why does that matter? Any business with such a low annual growth rate may be on its way to disappear. What things we should do when conducting business in another country? Develop . . . Continue reading
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"How to Mix, Mingle, and Network Like a Pro" Webinar: (October 31st) How often have you walked into a networking event and quickly felt awkward? You’ve done your homework and you know what to expect and what to do, sort of, but how do you get started? Before you can effectively network, you must know how to mix and mingle with ease. And before you can mingle, you need to overcome Continue reading
I say Merry Christmas. You say . . . Happy Kwanzaa, Happy Hanukkah, Feliz Navidad . . .
When I say Merry Christmas and you respond with your preferred season's greeting (e.g., Happy Hanukkah), we are good! It is a wonderful way to share our holiday preference and at the same time honor the season.
Trying to be politically correct can cause awkward moments. It is simply impossible to know the beliefs of everyone we greet during this special time of the year. It is also unfair to Continue reading
Team Quattro Pro
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Global Do’s and Taboos
When traveling abroad, there are international meeting protocol do's and taboos. One of the most common mistakes people who travel abroad for meetings make is the disregard for local body language, posture, facial expressions and gestures. Some are appropriate in one country but offensive in another. For example, the OK sign gesture … Continue reading
How to Deal With Challenging Situations and People with Diplomacy and Civility
Ever wish that you could wave a magic wand and everyone would be respectful, civil, and accommodating? Unfortunately, uncertain times brings discontent and confusion. Thus, it is more important than ever to deal with people, situations, and one’s own behavior with diplomacy, dignity, finesse, tact, and civility, thereby setting the better example. These are powerful “win-win” words. Here we will revisit the basics of effective communication Continue reading