Five Countries Where Gift-Giving is an Expected Part of Business
You might think that giving someone a gift is a kind gesture, and is a good way to show extra appreciation of their hospitality and/or service. In the UK, gift-giving is certainly aligned with these positive values, though it is still not a commonplace part of business etiquette. Other countries, however, take different stances on […]
Business Styles – Russia
Only the other day someone still labelled Russia ‘the Wild East’ in a business meeting. The fear of ‘corruption demands’ and ‘strong-arm methods’ is deep rooted. But it’s the exception, not the rule. Here are some of the things I have learned about doing business in Russia. 1 RESPECT THE RELATIONSHIP Like much of the […]
