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Comment on Physical Contact Varies By Culture by Adri

Adri — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 19:31:29 +0000

The exercise you did in your class is a great example of how we normally react to close physical contact. I’ve never done an exercise like that, but I am familiar with the Hispanic culture. And there many times that I was pulled into a hug and kiss from some I just met. I knew why they did it, but a part of me would still want to push away. After I would get to know them it was alright. I guess you just get used to it and then it is normal.

Comment on Personal Space by jennysserendipity

jennysserendipity — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 07:48:41 +0000

I totally agree with you. http://jennysserendipity.com/2012/07/25/personal-space/#

Comment on Personal Space by Personal Space | Jenny's Serendipity

Personal Space | Jenny's Serendipity — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 07:44:13 +0000

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Comment on About by Bret L Simmons (@drbret)

Bret L Simmons (@drbret) — Tue, 01 May 2012 20:45:24 +0000

well done

Comment on Keeping Face by Self-disclosure | Cultural Connections

Self-disclosure | Cultural Connections — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:55:48 +0000

[...] to disclose more negative information than most cultures. Asian cultures are very concerned with face, so negative information is never [...]

Comment on Interaction Scenes by Self-disclosure | Cultural Connections

Self-disclosure | Cultural Connections — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:55:45 +0000

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Comment on 4 Requirements for Exporting by Why Stay Domestic? | Cultural Connections

Why Stay Domestic? | Cultural Connections — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:14:26 +0000

[...] and the task seems extremely daunting. This is understandable. As I previously explained, there are four requirements for exporting. Your company needs a strong commitment, lots of research, stay organized and remain [...]

Comment on Time Orientation by Negotiating Across Cultures | Cultural Connections

Negotiating Across Cultures | Cultural Connections — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 22:23:01 +0000

[...] They find it rude to say “No”, so be polite and evasive with refusals. India is a polychronic culture, so negotiations will be lengthy. There is no hurry! Keep in mind that feelings are much [...]

Comment on Time Orientation by International Business Negotiations | Cultural Connections

International Business Negotiations | Cultural Connections — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 22:21:34 +0000

Comment on International Gestures by 8 Conversational Styles | Cultural Connections

8 Conversational Styles | Cultural Connections — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 18:29:14 +0000

[...] or low-context, and there are many differences regarding physical contact, personal space and gestures. Rules for conversations help enhance intercultural communication by knowing which verbal and [...]