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Malaysia Cultural Training

Doing business in a foreign country isn't like going on holiday: don't expect to get by with knowledge of a few words, and don't assume business is conducted in the same way universally.

But how can you properly prepare? There are many cultural training companies and schools which can help you. They offer cross-cultural grounding, bridging the translatory and protocolic gaps between nations and people.

Providing guidance in all areas of business and sociality, these cultural training companies are experts when it comes to negotiation training; management training; and diversity training. All training, of course, can be country-specific.

Tutorials can take many forms, so investigate which will be right for you and, if necessary, your employees.

Business Etiquette in Malaysia

The formalities and informalities; the how dyou dos and how dyou donts. Etiquette is one of the foundations of modern civilisation, and business is no exception. A business blunder, in some countries, could mean the difference between a deal and disrepute. Again, its all about culture if not adopting, at least recognising and respecting the traditions and protocols of a people.

Etiquette in Malaysia is very important with the concept of face integral in both society and business. It is important not to criticize, highlight any transgressions, or appear insincere, as this will result in both you and the recipient loosing face, which is regarded as humiliating. Malaysians are also reliant on subtle face gestures as a form of communication. Sometimes the intentions or opinions of Malaysians can be difficult to ascertain, so its often worth rephrasing a question to gain clarification.

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