Text 1.Gestures or Subtle Cues?

1. Answer the questions:

· High-context: Japan, Korea, China; Low-context: Russia, Germany, Finalnd

· Brazil, Muslim countries;

· Americans and Europeans can easily communicate with each other. Also people, who live in Latin America, Middle East and parts of Africa.

· Brazilians and Europeans: the “OK” sign in Brazil may be perceived as an obscene.

· In my opinion, it`s the Italians and all the Europeans in general. Because of the geographical and historical reasons, our culture is quite similar anyway in comparison with Asian culture and traditions. Italians are as opened as Russians and my personal experience shows that we can easily find common ground.

2. Japan.

· The Japanese like more space between themselves than others. Bowing too close to each other could be dangerous.

· Touching is also taboo in Japan. The American pat on the back or arm around the shoulder is to be avoided.

· Rarely is kissing accepted as a greeting. Some Japanese with extensive European experience will be familiar with this form of greeting.

· Bowing is the common greeting in Japan, however, the handshake is becoming more popular, particularly among those who work with international guests and clients and among young people.

· The Japanese smile to communicate various emotions: anger, embarrassment, sadness, and disappointment. Interpretation depends on context.

· Eye contact is thought of as rude in Japan. They will often look down at their shoes or off in the air. Take care to not stare.

· Silence in Japan is golden and is often used as a negotiating strategy. Do not be tempted to jump in and fill the silence.

3. Tips:

· A handshake is appropriate. Make confident eye contact along with a firm handshake, both as a greeting and as a farewell. Do not, however, shake hands over a threshold; this is considered to bring bad luck in Russia.

· Don’t stand too far away. Russian people tend to stand closer to each other during conversation than people in Western countries. This does not mean you should be an inch away from their face, but it means that the polite distance is a bit shorter in Russia than what you’re probably used to. Stand a bit closer than you normally would if you’re talking to a Russian person and want to appear personable; otherwise you may come across as cold or uninterested.

· Don’t keep your hands in your pockets. Walking around with your hands in your pockets is considered sloppy, so if you are in a business setting, keep your hands where they can be seen.

· Put on your best face. You need to try your best to look perfect. Appearance is extremely important to Russians.

· Russians appreciate punctuality. Business meetings generally begin on time.

· Initial greetings may come across as cool. Do not expect friendly smiles.

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