New ReviewWhile businesses in Hong Kong follow a typical work schedule, professionals often work longer hours than in other countries—depending on the industry—in an effort to save face and appear hardworking to colleagues and management. Want to...

New ReviewIn Hong Kong, don’t be surprised that negotiations can be lengthy—everything is discussed and considered thoroughly! Business professionals are often measured by their decision-making and deal-making prowess. Learning how to communicate...

New ReviewIn Hong Kong, there's no single management style, a reflection of the business community’s culturally diverse cosmopolitan flavor. While Chinese firms dominate the business landscape, there's also Western and Asian influences in business...

New ReviewLocal business culture in Hong Kong can be traced back to the early British trading companies in the 1700s. Today, these businesses, known as hongs, continue to operate alongside more modern Chinese and foreign firms. Tradition, family,...

New ReviewDon’t underestimate the importance of giving and receiving gifts in Hong Kong. This ritual is an essential business practice. But knowing exactly when to give a gift can be culturally nuanced. Understand gift-giving etiquette for...

New ReviewDid you know that in most traditional Chinese companies, the key decision-makers are senior family members? Learn how to determine who has decision-making authority in Hong Kong businesses.

New ReviewKnowing how to dress for business can be challenging in any country. In Hong Kong, the dress code is conservative, and formal business attire is usually required. Learn what’s appropriate and what’s not—for both men and women—so you can...

New ReviewEstablishing trust is essential for business success, and even more so in Hong Kong. Hong Kongers take a long-term approach to business relationships, and developing trust with colleagues and clients is crucial. Yes, developing these...

New ReviewHong Kong’s cultural customs and business practices are a fascinating blend of East and West—which is why it’s so important to understand local business protocol and how the market has evolved over the past three decades. While Chinese...

New ReviewIndia is a land of stark contrasts—from its deserts to its snowy mountains, it’s home to many different ethnicities and cultural traditions that can be traced back thousands of years. Boasting a rich and complicated cultural heritage,...

New ReviewThe G20 is a powerful, informal group of nineteen countries and the European Union. It also includes a representative from the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. The list evolved from an effort to include major developing...

New ReviewIn a globalized world, digitalization has deeply shaped the way people of different countries and cultures interact—and now transact—with one another. The latest addition to the global payment system is a version of currency called...

New ReviewCulture—that shared sense of attitudes, values, goals, and practices—impacts all human interactions, including those in business. Gain perspective on how culture impacts international business communications and operations in Latin...

New ReviewDoing business in China? Home to more than 1.3 billion people, China is one of the fastest-growing countries in the world. As global companies continue to enter China’s market, the country’s large bureaucracy can be challenging to...

New ReviewLearn more about the challenges that exist when it comes to doing business in South Africa. Yes, South Africa’s government has made a strong commitment to privatization and has been striving to attract foreign investment, but the country...

New ReviewThough the early 1990s may have been characterized by financial optimism, Argentina was in a recession as Brazil’s 1998 monetary crisis sent shockwaves across the regional and global markets. Travel north to Ecuador and there was a very...

New ReviewBecome knowledgeable on the debate regarding globalization, the development of an increasingly integrated global economy. Global business has been growing rapidly in recent decades for a number of political, economic, technical, and...

New ReviewGlobal economies are evolving at different speeds, and they face both opportunities and challenges. Knowing the major markets and the stage of development for each allows businesses to determine how best to enter and expand. Learn how...

New ReviewChina is the world’s second-biggest economy, prompting concerns about China overtaking the United States or EU sooner than previously thought. But if you look at the long term picture and apply a more Asian perspective—China’s...

New ReviewNegotiating in Germany can be long and arduous. Be prepared to have everything you say—as well as your appearance, demeanor, and manners—subjected to considerable scrutiny. Every detail of your presentation will be dissected, and the...

New ReviewIn Germany, the size of a company usually determines its hierarchical structure. In larger companies, upper management consists of a board of managing directors, vorstand or aufsichtsrat, which makes major decisions. In smaller...

New ReviewIf you are going to be managing in Germany, it's best to spend as much time as possible learning about business practices and customs before you arrive. Your colleagues will appreciate your efforts to do business their way and will...

New ReviewWhile your German counterparts will probably expect you to throw yourself a birthday party, you can count on them to bring gifts. Special anniversaries with the company are also times for celebration. Traditionally, many companies...

New ReviewThe German workplace is generally harmony-oriented, in part because there is such an elaborate system of regulations. There’s a strong desire to deal with difficult or sensitive issues clearly, logically, and fairly. Conflicts can...