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Mexico

[Avalon DeNecochea @avalon_denec]

@bentivegna_tia I would have never known this! Interesting because in the US this is very common outside of business, but Italian culture has brought it into the business world.

[Avalon DeNecochea @avalon_denec]

Time management is more relaxed in Mexico than in the US. You should try to show up to meetings on time, however do not be surprised if you are kept waiting. Also, meetings tend to go longer than scheduled and include some small talk and non-business conversation. #BUS302

[Avalon DeNecochea @avalon_denec]

@angel_amante21 This is very similar to Mexican culture, lower ranked employees rarely get to make decisions or participate in negotiations.

[Avalon DeNecochea @avalon_denec]

Personal space is closer in Mexican culture than US culture, about 3-4 inches less than what's "normal". Physical contact like longer and more intimate handshakes, hugging, and even a kiss on the cheek are somewhat common. #BUS302

[Avalon DeNecochea @avalon_denec]

@KatieDunlop18 Good to know! This seems like a simple and easy way to make a good first impression in a business meeting.

[Avalon DeNecochea @avalon_denec]

Rank and status are important in hierarchal Mexican society. Therefore, it is important to always know who the person with the highest authority in the room is. Then, make sure to acknowledge the authority of that person by showing respect. #BUS302

[Avalon DeNecochea @avalon_denec]

@davlez14 This is similar to Mexican culture, they do not like to directly reject an idea with "no". Instead, there is an effort to indirectly dismiss the idea in a more "polite" way.

[Avalon DeNecochea @avalon_denec]

In Mexican culture, conversation flows quickly and it is common to overlap slightly when talking. Because of this, it is not seen as rude to interrupt strategically in a meeting, this shows passion for the subject. #BUS302

[Avalon DeNecochea @avalon_denec]

This is so specific and interesting! Definitely easy to do present your business card the "wrong" way if you didn't know about this ahead of time.

[Avalon DeNecochea @avalon_denec]

Because Mexican culture highly values relationships and family, business networks are often seen as an extension of that "family". It is important to be genuine in business interactions to establish trust. You may even be invited into someone's home to discuss business.