What Are The Business Etiquette In Philippines?

English is used by government agencies, businesses and schools in Philippines.

Men and women shake hands every day. Men sometimes clap their shoulders.

In Philippines, it is advisable to wear conservative suits when visiting business or government offices.

Filipinos are not very strict in terms of time, but guests should be punctual for appointments.

Filipinos are naturally affable, sociable, and generous in their work style, so there are many social rewards after work.

For a formal dinner, the invitation will be marked with "formal dress such as tuxedo".

At this time, if there is no tuxedo, you can put on the local formal dress - the banana fabric woven "barontaka library" shirt, any banquet is applicable.

It is said that when attending a banquet, especially family banquets, try to learn Filipinos and relax freely. Otherwise, if they appear serious or are always serious, they will worry about their hostess, so they will be rude.

Filipinos have a strong sense of family. They like to talk about their families.

It is worth noting that some Filipinos do not like the United States.

There are some families in Philippines who need to take off their shoes when entering the house.

If you bring a gift and send it to your host's home, you'd better send a short thank-you letter later.

The Philippines market is still basically under the control of the United States.

Many large industrial production and marketing companies are set up for Americans.

Many Philippine businessmen were educated in the United States.

In recent years, Philippines's companies have adopted a joint venture and cooperation mode. The organizational form of company managers is in the US style. The board of directors with ownership is strictly differentiated from the company managers who actually run the company's business, and the power is concentrated on the chairman of the board.

Managers who do not have the title of Director (director) have little discretion even the general manager and deputy general manager.

There are 60~70 overseas Chinese and overseas Chinese businessmen are more influential.

Philippines businessmen like to invite you to dinner in the American way.

Chinese businessmen prefer to invite you out for dinner.

Philippines is a Christian country. Its life is very westernized. It is not necessary to mention the two world wars when we get along.

Many people can speak Chinese.

Manila has a poor public order. The police often ignore the matter. Apart from the Bank Hotel, there are central banks in the city to exchange foreign exchange places, but often deceive foreign guests.

Do not walk alone and avoid taking taxis at night unless necessary.

In case of a robber, it is best to be obedient, otherwise it will be bad for you.

Do not easily take proprietary drugs (sold in Europe and America, Japan and other places, the market is sold here).

The drugs that are prepared are often considered morphine and so on, so you should take the doctor's prescription card with you.

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Filipino people are generally more easy-going.

No matter when and where, they seem to steal happiness. It seems that it is better to be sad.

When dealing with these people, you can't be deadpan or silent.

If you are expressionless or silent, they will think you are hostile or unwilling to deal with them.

Philippines is affected by geographical conditions and other factors.

The weather is very hot in Philippines. Business activities are best arranged in 10~11 and 1~3 months.

It is not appropriate to arrange visits between Christmas, Easter and Chinese New Year (Spring Festival). Besides drinking in Manila, drinking water and eating fresh fruits need to pay special attention to hygiene.

Tips, taxi 10%, hotels and hotels have been added to the bill 10%.

For other services, 2~4 pesos at a time.