| Whatever you mind can consive and believe it can achieve |
| Napoleon Hill |
Written contracts are an important part of doing business at North America, Europe and many many countries around the world. It is a binding agreement that outlines the responsibilities of each party involved in the agreement as well as specifies the length of time that the contract will be in force....
The role, the custom, the taboos of giving and receiving gifts in business relationships varies widely around the world. For example in Japan, gifts play a significant role in building a business relationship. However, it is considered as just a polite gesture in most Western countries. In countries of the Middle East and throughout Latin America the custom is to exchange small gifts as a sign of friendship on the occasion of the second meeting. First visit is typically the time for introductions and getting to know one another. Bringing a gift to the second meeting shows that you think it?s important to acknowledge the relationship officially as you continue to do business together....
Muriel Solomon
Joseph L. Bower
Marcus Buckingham
Benjamin J. Cohen
Daniel H. Pink