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... Meetings Up to six weeks’ notice for meetings should be provided. This is particularly important for meetings with those at the executive level. In the peak summer holiday months of July and August, it is usually difficult to arrange meetings or appointmen ...

... Meetings Try to arrive for a meeting on time, but be prepared to wait for your business counterpart. During the first meeting, expect a fair amount of small talk. Often, business matters are reserved for subsequent meetings once this initial contact and fa ...

... Meetings Punctuality is very important. Arrive on time, but also be flexible if delays occur throughout the meeting. The most senior person present is usually the last person to enter a meeting. Introduce yourself to them first before greeting the

... Meetings It is best to arrive on time out of respect for your Somali counterpart. However, be aware that they may not be as punctual. People may prefer not to attend meetings or events at certain days/times due to religious reasons. Meeting agendas may be ...

... Meetings Be punctual, but do not expect your Fijian counterpart to be. Meetings often start later than expected. In large gatherings, people may be up to 30 minutes late. It is common for people to laugh off someone’s late arrival. It is best to dress ca ...

... Meetings You are expected to greet everyone in the room individually, even if the group is large. If your Palestinian counterpart is hosting the meeting, you can expect to be treated very generously. Tea, coffee and sweets are usually served. Allow social ...

... Meetings Arrive on time or slightly early. It is possible that your Bosnian counterpart may be late; however, your own punctuality will give a good impression. Be sure to use people’s appropriate titles when greeting them. Allow time for some social discus ...

... Meetings Expect to be introduced by a third party or the host of the meeting if you are the guest. Meetings tend to begin and end with small talk at the instigation of the host. Listen respectfully to anything managers have to say. Hard facts and proje ...

... Meetings Tongans tend to have a slow and less rigid approach to work and business negotiations. Due to Tongans' relaxed approach to time, your Tongan counterpart may show up at your office without an appointment. Be prepared for the possibility of prearran ...

... Meetings Be punctual to a meeting, although your Mauritian counterpart may be late. If you are running late, advise your Mauritian counterpart. Shake hands with each person present at the start of a meeting. A nod of acknowledgement accompanied by a verbal ...