by Train@GlobalProtocolAcademy.com | May 6, 2014 | Protocolumn Blog
Food taboos and sensitivities vary around the world and should be respected. If a person realizes after the fact that he or she has eaten a taboo food (e.g., soup with bacon bits or beef stock), they may become depressed with guilt or feel physically ill. While it is...
by Train@GlobalProtocolAcademy.com | Nov 12, 2013 | Protocolumn Blog
To ensure that a visit from a client or associate from another country is a smooth and productive exchange, gather and document as much information as possible by preparing a per-meeting briefing containing important visitor information, and a post-meeting debriefing...
by Train@GlobalProtocolAcademy.com | Oct 2, 2013 | Protocolumn Blog
Guest Columnist: Peter Faur In the international business class I took as part of my MBA, the instructor gave the following advice: “If you’re ever doing business abroad, and you’re having dinner with clients or customers, eat at least a bit of whatever they put in...
by Train@GlobalProtocolAcademy.com | Aug 14, 2013 | Protocolumn Blog
A flag is a symbol of people—whether a nation, a city, or a corporation. A national flag is often displayed along with other flags at meetings, banquets, and other corporate (or international) events. It sends a strong message that you value and respect your guests...
by Train@GlobalProtocolAcademy.com | Jun 8, 2013 | Protocolumn Blog
Guest Columnist: Doug Bruhnke Do you know business people who don’t have a strong sensibility about cultural differences, and the impact they have on business dealings? If you do, they are probably the “I’ll-do-it-my-way ugly Americans” (or whatever their nationality)...
by Train@GlobalProtocolAcademy.com | May 6, 2013 | Protocolumn Blog
Many of us grew up with the Christian teaching that warns us to not judge others. Yet, judging others, especially those from other countries, has seeped into our individual and collective consciousness. Surprise. We are being judged by the very ones we are...
