Doing business in the Middle East? Then you need to understand the role of honour in the Arab world.
The concept of personal dignity, honour and protecting one’s reputation is very important in the Middle East.
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If you're doing business in Japan or working with the Japanese culture, it's crucial to get your head around some key language phrases.
As with any people, the Arabs look to the past for their sense of identity.
Arab history is tied to tribalism and the nomadic life of the desert.
Did you know the Japanese have over 20 ways to say 'sorry'?
The giving and receiving of gifts is an important part of professional and personal life in the Middle East.
Closely tied up with the need to maintain relationships and as a way of gaining and giving face, gift giving bonds people together.
Do you want to sell your products or services internationally? Global sales are important for businesses looking to expand their client base, increase revenues or attract investment.
As many who work in international sales can attest to, finding and bringing in sales can be tough but also very rewarding...when you get it right.
President Trump’s recent speech outlining his stance on the Iran nuclear-deal has caused outrage among Iranians, not for his position on the deal and potential new sanctions, but for his knowledge of geography.
When referring to his decision to withdraw presidential certification for the Iranian-deal, Trump stated that Iran’s regime “harasses American ships and threatens freedom of navigation in the Arabian Gulf and in the Red Sea.”
Doing Business in Brazil?
A ‘One Size fits All’ approach will sink your ship in Brazil.
A word of warning for anyone travelling to Saudi Arabia - stay well away from any dabbing. The move could see you spending some time in jail.
Abdullah al-Shahrani, a Saudi entertainer, was recently detained by Saudi authorities after dabbing during a concert in the city of Taif.
Why a "have our cake and eat it" approach to international negotiations doesn't always lead to a win-win
The most politically divisive negotiations are currently taking place as Britain negotiates its exit from the EU.
One of the key aspects for those involved in the Brexit negotiations is to make sure that everyone leaves the table feeling that are walking away with a good deal.
:: As of this week Brexit negotiations have officially commenced.
:: The UK will be leaving the EU within the next few years.
Can Theresa May's vision of a 'Global Britain' really come true when even the Institute of Translation & Interpreting question if the UK has the language or cultural skills necessary to compete globally?
Once unshackled by the chains of the EU, the future of Britain is being positioned as one of a global trader. However, to be a global trader you need the skills to do so.
India, despite years of efforts by PM Narendra Modi to implement changes to the contrary, remains one of the toughest places on the planet to do business.
A highly-advanced nation in many respects, with an educated English-speaking population, a wealthy middle-class, advances in technology and an international business outlook, many from the outside approach India as easy pickings.
Do you work with or travel to Muslim majority countries? Do you know Ramadan is a matter of weeks away?
For 30 days’ life gets flipped upside down for most Muslims – this impacts business.
Some recent news coverage focusing on Theresa May not wearing a headscarf on her business trip to Saudi Arabia has caused some major confusion over etiquette and protocol in the Kingdom.
Certain news outlets and media seemed to use terminology that suggested that the British PM May somehow 'refused' the idea of covering her hair.
Discover some of the more unknown aspects of South Korean culture and society!
Sometimes it's the quirky things a country or culture does that really gives us insights into the people.
Training business professionals prior to going to Iran gives us excellent insight into the misconceptions, stereotypes, fears and worries many foreigners hold.
Here's the 10 most common.
Are you new to working abroad? Travelling to a foreign country for the first time for business?
Getting it right when working overseas is critical; but what do you do if you have little or no international exposure? You run the danger of too much exposure Borat-style!
Working internationally requires a very different skill-set to working domestically. What works well for you in your home country may count against you when working abroad.
Has globalisation led to a homogenity of culture when it comes to product, marketing, sales and service?
Or have our cultural differences actually become more acute?
It’s nearly a year since the restrictive sanctions imposed on Iran were lifted.
These sanctions were not only applied by the UN, EU and US but also included sanctions from third party countries.