Infographic: Business etiquette blunders from across the globe
If you’ve travelled overseas for a meeting, you’ll want it to go well, yet there are major business etiquette fails that Brits are making on their travels.
Diversity contributes to firm-wide success – but SMEs should keep cultural differences in mind
There has always been potential for SME bosses to expand their horizons and trade across the globe. But with mobility so often being inhibited due to the lack of knowledge about a country, its time that SMEs get a better grip on the cultural differences found in various countries.
The shocking mistakes made during interviews – by (drunk and flatulent) interviewers
Job applicants are often the ones being judged by prospective employers as they find themselves in the spotlight and under interrogation during interviews. However, it's actually the interviewers that are the ones to watch, with some of them turning up drunk.
How the biscuits offered in the boardroom could make or break your business
It's thought that a strong handshake and freshly pressed outfit are usually required to make a good impression during a business meeting. However, it turns out biscuits also play a part in whether a company stands a chance of securing a deal or not.
The 50 most offensive ways to breach office etiquette
Like the saying goes, you can’t please all of the people all of the time, and chances are you won't be making anybody's day if you're guilty of breaching office etiquette. Hint: Go easy on the makeup and ensure you're contributing to the tea round.
10 things to remember when meeting a client for the first time
In their first column, the Secret Salesperson reveals their advice for the first time you meet a new client.
Making or breaking an international transaction
Culture plays an integral part in overseas transactions. What you do and how you do it will affect your negotiation; never assume, advises Jo Haigh.