Edith Guerrero

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[Edith Guerrero @EdithGuerrero05]

@WestonJ97690358 @Professor_Hoang This is also the case for the Spanish. They often conclude a successful business negotiation by gifting a competent professional a "high-quality item." Most companies gift employees fancy food baskets for holidays such as Christmas.

[Edith Guerrero @EdithGuerrero05]

After successful negotiations, it is not uncommon to give a gift to a professional such as flowers or chocolates if female, or a good bottle of wine if male. If you receive a gift, you should open it immediately in front of the giver, and say "gracias!"

[Edith Guerrero @EdithGuerrero05]

@natestilo13 That seems very respectful of them to have the host eat first. I wonder what it is like when gathering with extended family members

[Edith Guerrero @EdithGuerrero05]

@AlexiaGunn1 That is interesting. In Spain timeliness is viewed as just the opposite, it is not a big deal to be late at all.

[Edith Guerrero @EdithGuerrero05]

Spaniards have a completely different rhythm of day-to-day life from other Europeans. They typically have lunch between 1 and 3 PM, and dinner at around 10 PM.
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@clancyfrance1 That is interesting! Spain's handshaking are typically described as not too firm but the individual must shake everyone's hand in the room/ business meeting they enter. i am sure this is different now due to the pandemic though

[Edith Guerrero @EdithGuerrero05]

During the interview process in Spain, use active listening when interviewing a candidate. Spaniards come from a high-context culture so communication may be more implicit than explicit even in this process.

[Edith Guerrero @EdithGuerrero05]

@katiemorita1 That is very interesting to know Katie. It also is good to know so it does not catch someone from a different country by surprise in case it was to occur when engaging in business meetings or perhaps recently landing a job in Australia.

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Madrid authorities say the lockdown due to recent spike in COVID-19 cases will damage the economy of the Spanish capital which thrives on its bars, restaurants and — in normal times —tourists. Regions such as Catalonia, Andalusia and Galicia have opposed the new restrictions.

[Edith Guerrero @EdithGuerrero05]

The Spanish prefer to avoid confrontation because it causes stress. However Spain is also the second noisiest country in the world! Interesting right?

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In Spain, managers like to consult their subordinates and they value their opinions. That is part of how they make their decisions.