Communication in Business: Japanese Business Etiquette

Running head: COMMUNICATION IN BUSINESS
Communication in Business
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Table of Contents
Introduction......................................................................................................................................3
Discussion........................................................................................................................................3
Japanese business etiquette..........................................................................................................3
Things to remember.................................................................................................................4
Things to avoid........................................................................................................................5
Reaction of Japanese clients when they meet a female supplier.................................................6
Recommendations............................................................................................................................6
Conclusion.......................................................................................................................................8
References:......................................................................................................................................9

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Introduction
People who can navigate in foreign countries have an element of worldliness and
sophistication in them. It indicates executive presence and demonstrates the concern of grave,
civility and consideration of the others that does not go neglected. It always has a recoil effect, as
it is not the norm. Most of the people assume that the thing that is a common practice in their
home place is also normal and logical in other parts of the world. This thinking is invalid and
many a times, it accidentally works against what the person is trying to accomplish. Japan is a
society that is bounded by rules and different standards of behavior. Therefore, before leaving for
Japan, Emily must keep in mind that Japan was never and will never be a western colony.
Japanese people are strong will and of traditional abilities (Islam 2017). Hence, spend must time
in order to familiarize herself with the customs, values and the behavioral practices that are
accepted in that country and the things that will help her communicate effectively with the
business tycoon of the country. An adherence to Japanese etiquette will give Emily an edge and
help her create an approving impression of hers and her business too.
Discussion
Japanese business etiquette
It is very important to apprehend that observance of the cultural norms differ from person
to person within a culture. However, communication takes place in between one person and the
other, and not between different cultures (Okoro 2012). Therefore, while considering cultural