How Cultural Similarities Can Lead to Cultural Difficulties. A Case Study
Even with cultural similarities, cultures can still have cultural difficulties. In this case study, I want to illustrate a project I've done recently in Ecuador, South America with a petrochemical company involving Ecuadorians and Chinese. What You Will...
read moreThe Importance of Employee Motivation
The Importance of Employee Motivation With this infographic, I want to illustrate the importance of employee motivation and what you can do about it by giving you data-driven tips on how to do this. Running your own business can be extremely rewarding when...
read moreUniversal Basic Income and it’s Cultural Contradictions
Universal Basic Income and its Cultural ContradictionsIn this article I will cover the following topics:What is Universal Basic Income?How did Finland experiment with it?What is the Cultural Profile of Finland?What are the contradictions with this profile...
read moreBlack Friday Around the World
Black Friday Black Friday. The day that the shops finally turn from red numbers in sales to black (=positive) numbers in sales. Profits should be on the way after this day in November. This originally American initiative has spread to other countries in the world. All...
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How is Tourism Affecting Translation Nowadays, communication is essential for our daily life. Being able to communicate appropriately is beneficial to anyone, especially when it comes to the world of tourism. Of course, when it comes to a tourist traveling to a new...
read moreDoing Business in China; Five Things You MUST Understand
Doing Business in China and Working With ChineseQuestion: How to do business with Chinese?Answer:Respect the hierarchy and don't jump "rank" (skipping a layer of hierarchy)Loss of face is real. Be careful to single out an individual when working in a group or...
read moreTravel and Culture; How the Travel Industry Can Benefit From More Cultural Awareness
Travel and culture. Do They Go Hand in Hand? The obvious answer would be yes. Or rather should be yes. Watch (part of) this 5 min. video. It's a bit stereotypical but in the core it's correct: This Came Out of a Management Survey of One of the Biggest Tour Operators...
read moreWhy Culture Matters; A Case Study
This case study describes the impact that cultural differences can have on a large multinational (travel) organization. It also covers the effect that cultural competence training can have to, ultimately, save time and money. What Are The Key Take Aways?...
read moreDoing Business in India Explained and How to do Business in India
Doing Business in India Explained and How to do Business in India Question: Doing Business in India? here are some quick tips Answer: Respect the hierarchy and don't jump "rank" (skipping a layer of hierarchy) Loss of face is real. Be careful to single out an...
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