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How cultural differences affect international business transactions

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Business practices can vary from country to country, depending on the nation’s culture, religion, education, economics, environment, politics and social norms. For example, you should know:

  • In Italy, production facilities often close down for the entire month of August
  • In Hong Kong, it is very common to work on Saturdays
  • Chinese New Year is observed in February or March
  • U.S. Independence Day falls on July 4th, while Canada Day is celebrated on July 1st
  • Canadian Thanksgiving is celebrated in October; in the U.S. it is celebrated in November .

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How cultural differences affect international business transactions

CREEEPSS is an acronym that stands for Culture, Religion, Education, Economics, Environment, Politics, Social and Special characteristics.

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