3 Cross-Cultural Tips for Doing Business in Incredible India
Whether your business discussions are in Delhi or you’re planning to manufacture in Mumbai, bear in mind these three essential cross-cultural tips for doing business in India.
Tecate, Tequila, & Topo Chico: 5 Cross-Cultural Tips for an Authentic Cinco de Mayo
The 5th of May, or el Cinco de Mayo in Spanish, becomes a more popular holiday in the United States every year, highlighting the strength and bond of Mexican-American culture.
Voting & Disclosing: The How-To’s of Responding to Political Questions
With our U.S. primaries making headlines worldwide, political conversations are inevitable. So what's the best way to respond when someone asks you, "Who are you going to vote for?"
Cultural Smarts & International Etiquette: India’s Hindu Holi Festival!
One of the most exotic holiday celebrations I’ve experienced is India’s Hindu festival Holi.
15 Taboos to Avoid For a Prosperous Chinese New Year
If you’re planning to do business in China this February, it is important to be aware of the customs of Chinese Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival.
Ask a Cross-Cultural Expert: Name 7 Global Trade Tips
Thinking about building relationships, rather than just managing transactions, is essential for successfully navigating global business today.
Coffee Culture & Global Business: Celebrate the First Official International Coffee Day
As legend has it, you can thank shepherds in Ethiopia who first recognized the rejuvenating power of coffee when their goats became more energized after eating coffee beans.
Flying the Flag: U.S. American Flag Protocol & Tradition
In celebration of Labor Day, just a few days away, it is a good time to brush-up on our flag etiquette. With September’s arrival, it’s hard to believe that we only have four months left in 2015! Have you ever missed a half-staff flag holiday or forgot to fly your U.S. American Flag on an [...]
International Etiquette: Global Tipping in India
In our last blog post, we explored international etiquette and the trends in global tipping. A survey conducted by MasterCard Worldwide explored the tipping practices in 14 Asian countries. As global tipping practices continue to evolve, it’s especially interesting to note customs on the subcontinent of India. On her 2012 trip to southern India, my [...]
International Etiquette: Global Tipping
Take a peek at just about any global survey on tipping, and U.S. Americans are invariably at the top of the list. But when TripAdvisor shared the results of its tipping poll in June last year, they reported that even this varies dramatically among U.S. American tourists, with 97% saying they tipped for restaurant service, [...]