2. Being respectful and courteous towards others
Keep your voice at an acceptable level.
Offer to help others
Stand in Line
Shake Hands
Open Doors for other people
Smile
Avoid doing gestures such as backslapping or
hugging
3. The Different Standards
When it comes to considering the appropriate
clothes to wear for work, it basically helps to
separate the options into 3 categories –
casual, smart casual and formal
business/professional. Let’s look at these 3
categories in more detail.
4. Casual
This would normally constitute the type of
clothing that you might wear on a daily basis if
you were not in work. Therefore, Unmarked T-
shirts and skirts might be perfectly acceptable.
Smart Casual
Smart casual wear today can include polo shirts
worn with conventional trousers. Or a summer
dress for women.
Formal
Full Suit w/ tie.
5. Guns
Sex
Religion
Politics
Money
Personal Issues (workplace)
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9. In Mexico, the religion that has more percentage of
believers in religion is the "Christian" also coexist with
other faiths, however, if one were to play existential
views, we recommend you respect the opinion of the
other person, even contradicting it.
10. In Mexico, the society is not very familiar with the new
integration of sexual preferences, so that could ever be a
conflict of opinions.
Discretion and is recommended in which case you are
talking about these issues, keeping the mutual
agreement so that do not offend the other person with
whom you converse
11. Good Manners At Work
Most people consider it polite, and a demonstration of
sincerity, to look each otherr directly in the eye, at least in
intervals, when having a conversation. // It is considered
very rude and in some cases may be interpreted as a threat
to look continously at someone or stare at someone unless
you are enganged in a conversation with that person.
It is as rude to stare or comment about someone´s body
in USA as it is anywhere else.
Workers such as waiters, store
employees, receptionists, and government employees
should be spoken to with civilities such as "please" and
"thank you". // Snapping fingers, yelling, waving
money, or whistling for an employee´s attention are not
appropriate.
12. Do not give presents with the company logo, as it’s obliged for
advertising.
Do not smoke in front of the others without consent.
Business conversation may take place during meals.
However, many times you will find more social conversation
taking place during the actual meal.
Gift giving is discouraged or limited by many US companies. A
gracious written note is always appropriate and acceptable.
If you do give a gift, it should not appear to be a bribe.
An invitation for a meal or a modest gift is usually acceptable.
Business cards are generally exchanged during introductions.
However, they may be exchanged when one party is leaving.
When making or receiving a call in a public place, with the
exception of some public transportation, it is polite to move away
from people who can hear the conversation. It is seen as very
inconsiderate to carry on telephone conversations in a loud voice
in public.
13. It actually depends on the society in which you move, how you were
brought up and yourself to decide if a topic is forbidden or not.
Each culture and each person decides what is prohibited. Or rather, what
"ought" to be censored.
Generally in American conversational culture, you try not to ask people
how much things cost. It's actually considered in some quarters to be less
polite than asking how old someone is. Asking how much something
cost is a really big social mistake when conversing with an American.
Racism - In the elections for president of the United States then candidate
Barack Obama called for a national conversation on this subject. Soon he
will complete two years as president and each day thatconversation is
forgotten. For those who were - and many still are - racist, their
conscience will not let them talk about what they did and those who
suffered under the yoke of a racist, do not want to remember.The guilt
and pain are too strong.
14. Religion - Religion can be a taboo topic in America. The United States is generally
known as a melting pot of people from all over the world. This wide variety of people
bring with them not only their belongings but their religious beliefs. Many faiths that
have come to America, including the Islam, Catholicism, Judaism and Hinduism, among
many others. These faiths are often parodied in movies and by comedians because of the
taboo involved in poking fun at another person's beliefs
Polygamy - Polygamy is when one person has more than one spouse at the same time. It
is also a topic that is not spoken out loud about very much due in real life to its illicit
nature. Polygamy was often practiced in the Mormon religion in Utah until it was made
illegal in the late 1800s. Polygamy continues to be practiced today by some splinter
Mormon groups and other cults, though it is still very much a taboo to practice today--
not to mention that it is still illegal in all 50 states.
Abortion - The topic of abortion can be very emotional for some people. There can be
strong opinions on both sides of this issue, and generally no middle ground exists. The
topic is frequently written about in newspapers and discussed by politicians.
However, it is normally not brought up in casual conversations, and it is taboo to ask
women if they have ever had one.
15. 9/11 - ONn one hand is omnipresent in the collective unconscious and on
the other is avoided whenever possible. No one wants to talk about
it, due to fatigue or because their consequences have been much more
than desired. Two endless wars, three thousand deaths in one day, more
than three thousand soldiers and many dozens of Iraqis killed as a direct
or indirect military reaction, an economy hurt by the astronomical cost of
both occupations, an issue that is Tyrians and trojans within one
country, aware that their views on internal and external reactions are
sometimes irreconcilable.
Pedofilia - The legal definition of pedofilia includes the molestation
of, taking pictures of and exposing one's private parts to a child. These
acts are seen as morally reprehensible, and pedofiles are often ostracized
by communities. Normally this emotional issue is seen as taboo in a
casual conversation or even as part of comedy act.
Incest - Incest, defined as intimate relations between two people who are
closely related to each other, is generally not a topic for casual
conversation. It is commonly viewed as a morally wrong behavior, and is
not only a taboo in America but all across the world.
16. Dress code for men
Most American companies expect their employees to maintain a dress
code. A detailed description of what type of dress is expected will be
made clear to you when you begin work.
If you are on a business visit (a meeting or finalizing a deal), a suit is the
most appropriate attire. A light-colored collared shirt, a matching
necktie, and formal leather shoes look smart. Dark-colored suits look
presentable and are the norm at most conferences.Some offices or places
of business require suits for men, and dresses and hosiery for women. If
your workplace follows this dress code, denim of any type would not be
appropriate.Information Technology companies have a very casual dress
code. Jeans, T-shirts, trousers, khakis, and cotton shirts are acceptable
even on weekdays. In other industries, Friday is a day to dress down, and
even Bermudas and shorts are allowed. Socks should be worn at all the
times in the workplace. Though your clothes need not be expensive or
fashionably cut, they must be clean and well ironed. Neatness is very
important. Take care of your hair, teeth and personal hygiene. Carry
deodorant and mouth freshener with you; you will find that some people
even brush their teeth in the office after lunch.
17. Dress code for women
Women are also expected to maintain a dress code. If the dress code is
casual, then you have a wide choice. In IT companies, women wear
jeans, casual pants, shirts, T-
shirts, blouses, skirts, trousers, dresses, shorts, sweater sets, and blazers.
Conservative athletic running, or walking
shoes, sneakers, boots, flats, and leather shoes are fine at work. Women
are discouraged to wear flashy shoes or open-toe shoes in office. In some
industries, it is a must to wear closed toe and closed heel shoes. Some
business places require women to wear business suits, jackets or trousers.
Business suits can be worn with a matching or contrasting blouse. With
short skirts, one must wear stockings underneath, along with high-heeled
sandals.Usually women must wear closed high-heeled shoes.Wear
limited jewelry. Avoid flashy and chunky jewelry.Hair should be
styled, cut, shampooed and conditioned.Pay attention to your hands and
nails. Remove peeled or chipped nail polish. Makeup should be
minimal.Wear mild perfume. Deodorants are a must, as they help
keeping body odor at bay.
