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... 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 ...

... Meetings First impressions are important. Present yourself neatly, stylishly and professionally in a conservative suit. Lateness is more common in Greece; up to 10 minutes is usually acceptable. However, it is fair for you to expect that someone will provi ...

... Meetings Give at least two weeks’ notice if you are arranging a meeting in Sweden. Usually, business cards are offered at the commencement of a meeting. When addressing your Swedish counterpart, don’t hesitate to use their first names rather than their sur ...

... Meetings It is a good idea to arrive on time. However, consider that you may be kept waiting as Pakistanis may not always start meeting proceedings punctually. Wait to be introduced to everyone present by a host or third-party intermediary ...

... Meetings Meeting structures are not very rigid. While there may be an agenda, it serves more as a guideline for the discussion. The initial meeting is generally scheduled as introductions. It may be between yourself and a middle manager rather than the act ...