by [email protected] | Sep 11, 2020 | Protocolumn
United State population is 325 million persons while the number of consumers in the rest of the world is almost 7 BILLION. Further, our nation’s annual economic growth was only about 1.2 percent this past year. So, why does that matter? Any business with such a low...
by [email protected] | Dec 22, 2017 | Protocolumn
When I say Merry Christmas and you respond with your preferred season’s greeting (e.g., Happy Hanukkah), we are good! It is a wonderful way to share our holiday preference and at the same time honor the season. Trying to be politically correct can cause awkward...
by [email protected] | Oct 25, 2017 | Protocolumn
When traveling abroad, there are international meeting protocol do’s and taboos. According to Gloria Petersen, founder of Global Protocol Inc., one of the most common mistakes people who travel abroad for meetings make is the disregard for local body language,...
by [email protected] | Mar 28, 2017 | Protocolumn
Ever wish that you could wave a magic wand and everyone would be respectful, civil, and accommodating? Unfortunately, uncertain times brings discontent and confusion. Thus, it is more important than ever to deal with people, situations, and one’s own behavior...
by [email protected] | Aug 21, 2015 | Protocolumn
The influx of people from different cultures into a company is a workplace concern around the world. For reasons of personal comfort, individuals tend to segregate themselves from people who speak a different language or are just different. Hence you have several...
by [email protected] | Jan 30, 2015 | Protocolumn
by Gloria J. Petersen Guest Contributor: Ali Al-Asady The terms interpreter and translator are at times confused or used incorrectly. Understanding the difference is important. In some cases, you may need both. Interpreter: A person who translates orally for people...