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Doing Business In Japan by Daniel Chabot

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Doin business in countries outside of your own can be a challenge due to the differences in culture. Even the simplest of tasks like a greeting can be completely different from country to country. This blog will go over three important differences between doing business in Japan versus America. Greetings  Japanese greetings are very important especially in a business environment where the welcome is more formal than in America. The bow is the most important part and if done incorrectly can be taken as an insult. When returning a bow, you must stand with your back straight and your arms at your side and bend down. Avoid putting your hands in pockets after the bow as it signifies boredom or lack of interest. In America, it is accustom to shake the person's hand that you are meeting for the first time. Some Japanese hosts will understand this and extend a hand to shake, if this happens you should also bow along with the shake making sure to lean to the left to avoid knocking he
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5 Tips For Better Business Writing

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Writing in a business setting can be a lot different then any other writing you have done before. To get the most out of your content and guarantee your message is received follow these 5 Tips for Better Business Writing.  1) Use Simple Language Many people use obscure words when writing, but when it comes to Business Writing, it is better to use simple language that all can understand. Simple words will minimize confusion and help ensure everyone is on the same page. 2) Do Not Use Figurative Language You should try to stay away from the use of metaphors, similes, and other figurative languages. Using these phrases may confuse your reader and ruin the point you are trying to get across. 3) Take Out Useless Words Be thorough when editing your writing and take out any unnecessary words or phrases. Readers may skip whole past paragraphs if they think what they are reading is too wordy. 4) Use Active Verbs Always use active verbs instead of passive ones. Active verbs he
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