This recent business article about exporting makes a huge omission. It says: “Exporting in many respects is an extension of the normal way of doing business. The additional challenges arise from unfamiliarity, different customs, practices, language and legal frameworks. Where greater distance is involved it may mean an extended time before payment is received. http://realbusiness.co.uk/article/28302-what-are-the-risks-of-exporting-smes-need-to-be-considering… Read more
Is your English foreigner-UNfriendly?
Did you know that some business people abroad don’t want to do business with Brits because we don’t speak clearly? And this isn’t the football hooligan Brit, it’s the nicely spoken professional. I’ve heard this before but today it cropped up again in a comment on one of my recent blogs about accents. It came… Read more
Case-study: from bored to engaged and confident
What we notice is this: whatever the level of success or the job title at work, a lack of confidence can strike at any time. Or it can be tolerated for years until you decide to deal with it. Here’s the case-study of a recent client based in France. The Problem (the client’s words) I… Read more
Don’t miss this film if you work in the Middle East or with international teams.
I recently watched a film which I highly recommend if you are working in the Middle East, interested in doing so, or working with international teams. It’s called “WADJDA” by Haifaa Al-Mansour, the very first film by Saudi’s first female film-maker. It is directed by a young Saudi woman and the story about how it… Read more
International Communication: start by understanding others
Do your presentations go well every time? Does your humour sometimes fall on deaf ears? Ever wondered if you could have prepared better? Being understood by others starts by understanding them. Through understanding them, we gain valuable insights into the cultural characteristics of our audience. We can then adapt our skills for maximum impact and influence…. Read more
