In addition to the other reading you’ve done in the course to here, read from Saylors International Business section 3.5 Tips in Your Entrepreneurial Toolkit (you'll need to scroll down this page to reach section 3.5).
For this assignment, select a single country and provide 1-2 paragraphs addressing each of the following. You can see how the topics align to the reading. Cite your sources with each response
Identify a country from Asia, Europe, Africa, South America (not: Canada, US, Mexico). If it helps to imagine a particular industry or product, do, but it is not necessary.
Suggest one relationship builder you would use to start work in this country. Were thinking about building our introductions or in-country networks with this item. (If you cant find something that works perfectly, then discuss the cultures focus on relationship needs. This likely builds from what you know about Hofstedes model)
What is one issue of etiquette or manners that you’ll have to pay attention to, compared to the US? Briefly describe.
Are there any issues related to this country’s time usage, compared to the US? Briefly describe.
What do you expect to find related to decision making, compared to the US? Briefly describe.
What communication differences do you expect?
Additionally, consider infrastructure differences. Find one issue from the following to address: Transportation (how easy is it to ship your product, how easy is it for you to move about the country), Communications (cell service, local phone service, internet access / restrictions), Climate (attire, risks to operations and travel)
