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Common Sense Of Gesture In International Business Etiquette

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1, gestures should not be used much more than .

in the East, especially Chinese, the understanding of gestures has not been fully popularized.

Therefore, in international business etiquette, we should try to avoid misleading gesture communication. Even if gesture is used as a "a href=" http://www.91se91.com/news/index_h.asp "communication mode < /a", gestures are not recommended to be used more frequently in case of unclear knowledge and familiarity, so as not to cause bad influence in business communication.

This will not only affect the mood of both sides of the business communication, but also seriously affect the realization of the purpose of communication.

2, pay attention to and respect regional cultural differences

generally speaking, international business etiquette will involve many different countries. The < a href= "http://www.91se91.com/news/index_h.asp" > etiquette culture < /a > in these countries will vary greatly because of different regions, customs and customs.

Therefore, in the international business activities, employees should understand and pay attention to and respect the existence of these regional cultural differences, and use the appropriate gestures acceptable to both sides or parties, so as to achieve the communication effect and do not make any ado about nothing.

above is the author's elaboration on how the company attaches importance to and strengthening the cultivation of business etiquette culture and matters needing attention. The following author will introduce in detail some gestures and meanings commonly used in international business etiquette.

Applause: strong > clapping: frequency applause is often applauded, encouraged, congratulated and welcoming.

Avoid loud clapping or clapping with frequent clapping.

This not only fails to achieve the expected effect of applause, but also gives people a sense of displeasure.

clenching Fist: thumb holds clenched fist outside four fingers, has the meaning of attack and self-defense, and sometimes there is anger expression.

using index finger to refer to people: in most countries, the index finger is unsightly, with accusations and lessons.

pointing with the index finger: has the meaning of attracting others' attention.

erect the index finger to press lips: remind others to be quiet.

the back of the hand behind: often shows a kind of authority and power; it can also express a person's nervousness and uneasiness; if the back hand is walking behind her at the same time, it also indicates that she is thinking.

> strong > spire gesture: the fingers of two hands are opposite, and other fingers are intertwined to show confidence; but if the body is backward, it shows arrogance and unsuitable use.

hands crossed on the chest: hostile a href= "http://www.91se91.com/news/index_h.asp" > hint /a >; also have the meaning of self relaxation or stand aside.

extending thumbs up: has the meaning of praise and support, and also calls for taxis in European and American countries. However, Australians consider this to be an insult and need attention when using them.

extending the index finger and middle finger: forming a V shape, with joy and success.

thumb tip and index finger tip: other fingers are stretched, indicating OK, good, smooth and safe; this gesture represents money in Japan, but in some countries in South America, it is regarded as a dirty insulting gesture.

shaking hands with people: meeting, saying goodbye, condolences, gratitude and even expressing apologies.

But it should be noted that those who are of high status or who are guests should first stretch out their hands.

When you shake hands with people, you only need 3-5 seconds.

Usually, the world's practice is to shake hands with the right hand.

But in some countries, the ceremony is not just a handshake, for example, in Japan and Korea and Italy, it will bow in parallel; in France, hugs and cheeks will be kissed, and the Dutch will kiss their cheeks three times, while Arabia women in the Middle East will not participate in social interaction without shaking hands.

fiddle with fingers: in business activities, avoid playing with fingers, such as moving joints or articulation, etc. this gesture often gives people a sense of absence or boredom.

strong > hand inserted pocket: avoid hand pockets. This is not respectful or hard work.

please: a palm is raised outwards and outwards, or both hands are palms up at the same time and extend to the same direction, which means "please sit down, please go this way".

delivery material: hands holding objects, slightly curved arms.

If there is a sharp side, we should turn the sharp aspect towards ourselves and face upward.

When looking at each other, pick up your hands with your hands, stand up and stand up quickly.

on a business desk or dining table: body near the table, as far as possible straight up the body, when you put your hands on the table, you can separate, stack or hold hands, but do not arm your arms up or a hand on the table and a hand under the table.

business presentation: can lift objects to the eyes, and lift objects to areas that are not higher than the eyes and not lower than the chest. This is suitable for others to see clearly.

Beckoning: when greeting close distance people, you can extend your right hand, five fingers together naturally, lift up the appropriate frequency swing of the arm, and increase the swing range when the distance is far away.

But avoid business activities and higher authorities beckoning.

exchanging business cards: handed to the respecting business card from the inferior and handed to the owner's card by the guest.

Hand cards should be handed on both hands, and the cards face upwards.

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above is some of the international hand gestures which are summarized by the author. The correct use of these gestures can enhance the impression of the other side, and create a good a href= "http://www.91se91.com/news/index_h.asp" > corporate image < /a > for the company.

Because of the existence of the primacy effect, the purpose of business negotiation can also be promoted.

But it is worth emphasizing that inappropriate use or excessive use of gestures may also be exaggerated, resulting in extreme effects.

Therefore, in order to make proper use of gestures and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of international business communication, enterprises and employees should be fully familiar with the use of gestures in business etiquette so as to avoid unnecessary embarrassment and contribute to the economic and social benefits of enterprises.

"P > today's global economic integration, business competition is very fierce. If we want to be better than others in the international arena, besides the excellent ability of the company itself, we should also master effective communication and properly handle the way of < a href=" http://www.91se91.com/news/index_h.asp "> interpersonal relationship < /a >, which requires enterprises and employees to have a good professional image and elegant business etiquette.

business etiquette is a broad concept of image formation, and image is the first business card of business companies and people.

Professional image and temperament as well as business etiquette in business activities have become an important means of success in today's workplace. Therefore, business companies and people must master the meaning and use of gestures in international business etiquette so as to consolidate international business relations.