This week I had the opportunity to read the article titled, Business Etiquette in Brazil by Christina Hamlett. I selected this particular article because I believe that when conducting business with foreign countries, it is crucial to educate yourself on their particular type of lifestyle, so you can remain respectful and polite to their foreign customs. The first step in global business operations is to monitor the environment and decide if you can conduct successful business practices or not. The second step is to adapt to their way of life and learn the culture. To help educate what are necessary business tactics when conducting business in Brazil, I will be sharing with you: proper business attire, behavior guidelines, and how to share appropriate business cards and gifts.
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Hamlett shares that business attire in Brazil tends to be conservative for both sexes. Men wear dark suits; women wear a dress or jacket and skirt. When it comes to jewelry selections, it is also suggested to be conservative. By showing extravagant displays of wealth in your jewelry, you become a target for thieves when you are coming and going to places of business. From what has been shared, it can be gathered that when conducting business with Brazil, wear conservative clothing, and avoid wearing extravagant jewelry.
It is important to remember, that every culture is unique and for the most part, different from the United States. During the introduction procedure, it is recommended that you give a firm handshake to males, and kiss female’s cheeks says Hamlett. Brazil clings to a sexist value system and social hierarchy that feels better suited to the 1950s than the 21st century. The attitudes toward females and lower classes are likely to be unsettling to feminists and those who embrace social justice says Hamlett. These are just a few pointers on how to behave and what to expect when conducting business in
Hamlett shares that business attire in Brazil tends to be conservative for both sexes. Men wear dark suits; women wear a dress or jacket and skirt. When it comes to jewelry selections, it is also suggested to be conservative. By showing extravagant displays of wealth in your jewelry, you become a target for thieves when you are coming and going to places of business. From what has been shared, it can be gathered that when conducting business with Brazil, wear conservative clothing, and avoid wearing extravagant jewelry.
It is important to remember, that every culture is unique and for the most part, different from the United States. During the introduction procedure, it is recommended that you give a firm handshake to males, and kiss female’s cheeks says Hamlett. Brazil clings to a sexist value system and social hierarchy that feels better suited to the 1950s than the 21st century. The attitudes toward females and lower classes are likely to be unsettling to feminists and those who embrace social justice says Hamlett. These are just a few pointers on how to behave and what to expect when conducting business in