Intercultural Communication Strategies

China is a country that has long been identified for its rituals and etiquette through the tears. However, it can be a civilizational shock when it comes to the variances among the social distinctions and the western world (travelchinaguide, 2013). Chinese people desire to be properly announced to someone new. This relates to both other Chinese people and newcomers. Do not be astounded if you are given a round of applause just be certain to applaud back. Always stand up during introductions. When being presented to Chinese, the recognized form of reception is the handshake, even among Chinese. Chinese people might also nod their heads or slightly bow. Unlike the Japanese, the Chinese bow from their shoulders instead of the waist (culturalsavvy, 2011).

When trading or offering business cards you should use both of your hands and be sure the writing faces the individual that you are giving the card to. They would also be accepted with both hands. Do not automatically put the card in a pocket or container, such as a briefcase because it is believed to be rude. Never put a card in your back pants pocket. This would be deemed the same as sitting on someone's face. Follow with; I am happy to get together with you or how are you. When seated, place any business cards on the table. This shows respect and is also a good way to recall names. Do not push your cards across the table like a game because this is seen as extremely rude (culturalsavvy, 2011).

The Chinese people will say their last name first, trailed by their given name. You should not call a business person by only their first or last name unless particularly requested. Referring to a business person by his or her professional name expresses respect. In Chinese, the name comes before a person's position or title. Women's titles should not be differentiated from men's titles. Chinese women use their maiden names even after they are married, but they can indicate their marital status by utilizing Ms., Mrs., or Madam. Foreign females can be addressed by utilizing the title of Miss then their first name. Chinese people who usually deal with newcomers or travel out of their home countries on business could accept a western first name. You should not be astonished when asked private queries in regards to age, marriage status, relatives and salaries. This information is simply used to find a common ground (culturalsavvy, 2011).

Protocol starts when invitees arrive. It is vital to have the right people attending the get-togethers, so the Chinese people want to have visitor records, complete knowledge and meeting function plainly explained in advance. Be sure that the highest classification attendee enters the conference room first, followed by the next classification representative and so on. The only exception would be the interpreters who should to stay with the chief of the assembly. After everyone shakes hands attendees are seated. The more official

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