Includes bibliographical references (p. [167]-183) and index.

Job interview etiquette -- Business dress and grooming -- Office politics -- Social sensitivity -- Electronic communication etiquette -- Manners for special occasions and events -- Written communication manners -- Dining etiquette -- Business entertaining -- Meeting etiquette -- Presentations -- Sports etiquette -- Travel ettiquette -- Global manners.

Whether you are preparing for a long-term overseas assignment or a short trip abroad to meet with clients, customers, suppliers, or distributors, Global Business Etiquette will be an indispensable resource for understanding the dynamics of cross-cultural communication, avoiding embarrassing (and costly) gaffes, and successfully navigating the subtleties of social interaction that can set the stage for profitable long-term relationships. Drawing from their many years of research and training in the field; highlighting such important elements of communication as nonverbal gestures, dress, and gift-giving customs; and featuring dozens of colorful examples and useful tips; the authors present a practical approach to interpreting signals and symbols around the world, overcoming stereotypes, and mastering the nuances of international communication_Book jacket.