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South Africa Business Culture
New ReviewSince the end of apartheid, corporate life in South Africa has changed dramatically, and the business scene is now evolving at a fast pace. The government is committed to liberalizing the country’s economy in fundamental ways, and...
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Spotlight on South Africa
New ReviewSouth Africa is a visual feast, one of the most diverse countries in the world. South Africa's business environment is equally vibrant. The country's economy is one of the most dynamic in Africa, and it's the wealthiest on the continent,...
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Singapore Local Companies
New ReviewSingaporeans generally have a pragmatic, no-nonsense attitude toward business; there are rarely hidden agendas. In this respect, the style is more like that of the United States and Europe than of other countries in Asia. Merchants and...
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Singapore Meetings
New ReviewSingaporeans tend to keep business appointments, but that doesn’t mean that they’re always punctual. Unlike other Asians, Singaporeans do not rely on contacts to open doors and set up meetings. Cold-calling by telephone is considered...
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Singapore Ethical Code
New ReviewThere is a generally accepted ethical code in Singapore, and the vast majority of employees adhere to it. Honesty is expected in all transactions, both inside and outside of a company. Incidents of bribery or corruption are virtually...
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Singapore Economy
New ReviewFrom its early days of independence, Singapore set about becoming a major player in the competitive world of international business. Since 1968, the economic growth been enviable, and Singapore is among the most competitive nations in...
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Singapore Business Socializing
New ReviewBusiness relationships in Singapore are focused primarily on selling products and services and making money, not necessarily on developing personal connections. When business is conducted out of the office over a meal, it’s likely to be...
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Mexico Interpersonal Relationships
New ReviewIn general, men in Mexico rule in matters of public affairs and women dominate in domestic and private matters. Like many things in Mexico, this dynamic is changing, especially in the cities and in middle-class families. More women are...
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Mexico Corporate Culture
New ReviewThe Mexican economy and business environment have gone through dramatic changes as the country has become more integrated into the global marketplace. Learn how this once highly protected economy has implemented far-reaching reforms that...
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Mexico Setting Up Meetings
New ReviewWondering about the best way to establish a new business contact and set up a meeting? Learn more about the importance of introductions, utilizing contacts, as well as local expectations for first meetings and attitudes toward...
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Networking in Mexico
New ReviewIn Mexico, networks, informally called camarillas, are essential to doing business. Learn more about how power and influence are established and how to develop trust through local networks. Explore how politicians traditionally wielded...
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Mexico Management Practices and Hierarchy
New ReviewManagement practices in Mexico are changing. Learn more about the evolving business cultural nuances impacting management, business practices, and nepotism. Curious who often retains management power? Learn more about the management...
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Mexico Gift Giving in Business
New ReviewAlthough gifts are not necessarily required for social or business occasions in Mexico, your colleagues will appreciate a tasteful, elegant gesture. There’s no need to be intimidated by this custom—learn more about suitable items,...
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Establishing Personal Relationships in Mexico
New ReviewAs in much of Latin America, business relationships in Mexico are built on a strong foundation of trust. Learn about the importance of patience, networking, and taking the time to get to know your business counterpart, especially in a...
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Mexico Impact of Bribery on Business
New ReviewGiving bribes or commissions has long been a fixture of life in Mexico. Locally referred to as la mordida, bribery has traditionally been used in business to facilitate a transaction. Learn more about how the Mexican government has been...
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Japan Food and Eating Habits
New ReviewDepending on what country you call home, Japanese cooking and food preparation may be very different from what you are used to. Food in Japan ranges from traditional Japanese dishes to a wide range of foreign cuisines from around the...
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Japan Customs
New ReviewThe Japanese love to give gifts. The two main Japan-wide gift-giving seasons are July (Ochugen), when people wish each other summer greetings and good health, and December (Oseibo), to show appreciation for assistance offered during the...
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Japan Absence of Personal Style
New ReviewOne major difference between Japanese and Western companies is that in Japan, no one person is usually identified as the personality or power behind a company’s policy or business strategy. Instead, ideas and strategies usually are...
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Japan Women in Workplace
New ReviewIn Japan, it is generally expected that women will work for a few years after graduation until children are born. Those with school-age children may go back to work part-time, usually for a low hourly wage. Slowly, however, attitudes are...
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Japan Gift Giving
New ReviewGift-giving is a key cultural tradition in all aspects of Japanese life. Accordingly, it is taken very seriously in Japan, and much care goes into choosing an appropriate gift—whether it’s for a first meeting, the close of a business...
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Japan Economy
New ReviewJapan probably engaged in trade with China and Korea from as early as the third century. In the modern era, trade is increasingly important, especially with a well-crafted economic policy closely administered by the government in...
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Japan Business Conversation
New ReviewYou may already know that Japanese meetings are extremely important for developing business relationships. In fact, the Japanese develop professional relationships through multiple meetings and socializing. Curious about what exactly is...
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Spotlight on Cape Town
New ReviewThe Western Cape is home to Cape Town, the country’s oldest and third-largest city, with a population of 2.5 million. Linked to the world by first-class transportation and communications services, the city is a favorite location for...
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Japan Male Female Relationships
New ReviewDo men and women in Japan still treat each other as they traditionally did in the past? Is the dramatically increasing number of women in the workplace affecting male-female relationships? Are Western influences undermining traditional...