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This 3-page paper discusses business meetings and cultural focus in the United States and Germany. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The term "meeting" is defined as "an assembly for a common purpose" or "an act or process of coming together" (Meeting). However, meetings can become a real problem in
different countries if those participating arent aware of cultural differences when it comes to attending and participating in these events. In some countries, for example, meetings are more casual with
open participation and business that is conducted quickly, whereas in other countries, meetings focus on rigidly kept agendas, with participation occurring based on seniority.
Lets study the typical meeting in the United States. For one thing, punctuality is very important - lateness is considered a sign of disrespect (U.S.-language, culture, customs and etiquette).
Different areas of the country regard punctuality differently (people are more relaxed in the southwest than in the northeast, for example) (U.S.-language, culture, customs and etiquette). Still, time is of
the essence when it comes to attending meetings. Furthermore, business is conducted quickly at meetings, even if they give the appearance of being
relaxed and informal (U.S.-language, culture, customs and etiquette). Agendas can be followed and at the end of the meeting, there will likely be a summary of what was discussed, a
list of who will implement what factors and a list of steps to be taken (U.S.-language, culture, customs and etiquette). The emphasis in most meetings involves getting business conducted at
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