https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022 Write three important facts tied to successfully conducting business in this country en-us 2022-02-23 10:52:04 UTC 2025-11-21 22:19:26 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.pics/1/image.webp?t=g_auto&url=https%3A%2F%2Fpadlet.net%2Ficons%2Fpng%2F1f3f3.png https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062801310 1. Infrastructure needs improvement. Need to get around dirt and gravel roads.
2. A very diverse country, believes in many religions and speaks so many languages.
3. More collectivist and status than western countries.]]> 2022-02-23 15:21:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062801310 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062808630 !) The average income per household is about 6,000- which is very low.
2) India's infrastructure is inconsistent.
3) Family is something that is highly valued. Engaging in conversation about family is seen as respectful.]]> 2022-02-23 15:24:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062808630 dcmcfadden https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062809059 1.  Infrastructure isn't the best so you have to plan your route.
2. Understand the importance of hierarchies in Indian culture.
3. Familiarize yourself with India's rich history.]]> 2022-02-23 15:24:41 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062809059 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062809380 1. British influence due to their history  
2. 24 languages spoken
3. 3-4 generations live together under 1 roof, family is important to them]]> 2022-02-23 15:24:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062809380 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062811484 1.) Greet eldest and more senior person first when conducting business.
2.) India depends more on a hierarchy for business, indifferent to America which doesn't. 
3.) Religious and language diversity should be respected- 22 different languages]]> 2022-02-23 15:25:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062811484 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062823831 1. Most of the population is concentrated in the north near New Delhi and their shared border with China
2. There aren't strict guidelines on formal clothing due to the heat of the country; casual clothing is more common
3. There is a contrast in the views on equality and relative position in business and in general life]]> 2022-02-23 15:32:00 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062823831 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062826765 -There are 2 main religions

-Family is high valued

-There are still some gravel/dirt roads. Their infruasture needs a heavy amount of improvement.

-Lower powers may try to take advantage of the higher powers.


]]> 2022-02-23 15:33:27 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062826765 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062826811 1) Because they have a high population their GPD per capita is lower
2) It's normal to come in late for a business meeting because building relationships is key before getting into work. 
3) Present your business card with your right hand because In India the left hand is considered dirty ]]> 2022-02-23 15:33:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062826811 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062827138 1) India has more into relationships than status.
2) Indians are more likely to live in a joint family.
3) India recorded 44 new billion-dollar technology last year. But still, they are behind. 

]]> 2022-02-23 15:33:39 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2062827138 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064588731 1)Bring warm clothes because there isn't a winter. Be prepared for the dry or rainy seasons as well.
2)They have a well trained workforce in Costa Rica and they are very friendly and welcoming people.
3)They have very poor public transportation and they have a lot of unpaved roads. May want to leave early before your meetings.]]> 2022-02-24 13:54:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064588731 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064595599 -Bring clothes meant for heat because it's very warm there, but also bring clothes meant for rain because rainy season.
-No Covid testing upon arrival but you may need a vaccine card.
-Be careful of theft and burglary of your belonging since theft against tourists is common.
-Many pot holes, unpaved roads, and lots of reckless driving, it's better to drive yourself instead of having your own driver for safety.




]]> 2022-02-24 13:58:08 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064595599 dcmcfadden https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064598305 1. The police can stop you any time. Make sure to bring passport drivers license. 
2.Very poor infrastructure and public transport is not great. Most efficient to drive yourself.
3. They are very educated and well trained in the workforce. Highest trained education in Latin America.]]> 2022-02-24 13:59:37 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064598305 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064598770 1) 90 days is the max that you can remain in the country as a foreigner- or you'll be either penalized, fined, deported, banned, etc.
2) The best way to get around is to drive yourself. Offroading vehicles are suggested due to the conditions of the roads.
3) The majority are well educated and have one of the highest education systems in Latin America. ]]> 2022-02-24 13:59:55 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064598770 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064612743 1) Infrastructure and transportation is poor in Costa Rica.
2) They have highest education system in Latin America.
3) 50% legislative candidates to be women in government.
4) Women don't ave high corporate positions in business but can have high positions in government.]]> 2022-02-24 14:07:19 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064612743 kkli5 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064615097 1. Religion influences government laws.
2. You can stay 90 days as a foreigner.
3. Be aware of terrible road conditions.]]> 2022-02-24 14:08:40 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064615097 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064615131 - Always keep your passport, ID, and driver's license on your person in case someone of authority was to ask for it.
- Families tend to be larger and very close-knit because they tend to consider their neighbors like family.
- they expect you to be on time in Costa Rica and showing up 15 minutes late is considered a little behind. ]]> 2022-02-24 14:08:41 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064615131 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064615173 1. Because of the latitude, there is a monsoon season and a dry season instead of the traditional four seasons. There is no winter, but there is high humidity due to surrounding oceans.
2. Highly educated workforce and the best education in Latin America, meaning high proficiency in English.
3. Be aware of poor infrastructure and prevalence of theft in urban areas. Take measures to ensure your own safety.]]> 2022-02-24 14:08:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064615173 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064616448 1) Very poor infrastructure and transportation 
2) Have the highest education system in Latin America.
3) Since it's mostly warm in Costa Rica it's best to bring warm clothes.]]> 2022-02-24 14:09:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2064616448 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069497574 1) The Climate is very diverse and you need to keep in mind where you are going because some places it is very cold all the time while other places can be hot and humid.
2) It is a very industrialized country and have very innovative technology.
3) They are very educated people and have a very strong labor force. ]]> 2022-02-28 13:55:07 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069497574 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069499970 1. Liberal business laws, have to have a bachelor degree for visa.
2. 99% literacy rate people there are very intellectual, and have good education throughout japan.
3. 3rd largest economy, lead in infrastructure, and have a bullet train that connects cities, and islands.


]]> 2022-02-28 13:56:19 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069499970 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069505684 1. temperature varies with what part you are at (north is cold, South is tropical) so pack accordingly 
2. you need a bachelors degree to get a visa because it is very industrialized 
3. 98.4% of people there are Japanese ]]> 2022-02-28 13:59:04 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069505684 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069516285 1) Natural disasters are prevalent in Japan. That said, it's important to learn what procedures need to be taken in an unexpected situation. 
2) 98.4% of Japan's population are Japanese- so they aren't very diverse.
3) Being on time is highly expected and appreciated. Although they value relationships in a business setting. ]]> 2022-02-28 14:04:22 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069516285 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069517216 1)You need a bachelor's degree for a visa 
2)Increasing economy by requiring English class in schools 
3) Women have the right to choose householding or working ]]> 2022-02-28 14:04:46 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069517216 kkli5 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069523423 1. Cut off from the world most of history.
2. One race predominant in society-Japanese.
3. Treat other people with respect when doing business.]]> 2022-02-28 14:07:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069523423 dcmcfadden https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069524179 1) Japan is a very industrialized country.
2)  Japan is very educated with a 99% literacy rate.
3) Japan has liberal business laws
4) Japan is not very diverse with 98.4% being Japanese.]]> 2022-02-28 14:08:16 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069524179 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069528518 1.) When getting a visa you need a bachelors degree 
2.) Being on time is highly expected in Japan and if you show up late it is a sign of disrespect 
3.) present your business card with two hands and a slight bow and when receiving a business card make sure you read it to gauge the persons rank/status so you can act accordingly cause status is very important in japan.]]> 2022-02-28 14:10:19 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069528518 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069533005 1.) Leading exporters of electronics and technology
2.) Third largest economy in the world
3.) Highly educated people with strong labor force]]> 2022-02-28 14:12:14 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069533005 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069554222 1) They have a good infrastructure but they are investing more moneys to add more train tracks and roads over the years
2) 99% of the population can read and write and they are very educated people making them have a very skilled labor force.
3) Most people follow Catholicism and second to that some people don't follow a religion.]]> 2022-02-28 14:21:22 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069554222 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069554698 Plan to invest in 116 billion euros in their public infrastructure, and have a lot of it to cover throughout Ireland.
2. 99% literacy rate and have a very good education. Some people could graduate at the age of 16.
3. Catholicism is a very large majority of religion, but there are some who have no religion or believe in a different religion. ]]> 2022-02-28 14:21:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069554698 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069559546 1 similar climate to the US but 1 month ahead of us in seasons 
2 potato famine caused about 1 million people to die and during this time many people immigrated to the US through Elise Island this caused many people in the US to have Irish roots 
3.about the size of Maine with good infrastructure but they are investing 116 billion Euros into it. ]]> 2022-02-28 14:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069559546 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069559627 1) They are a month ahead of us in seasons 
2)In the past the British were harsh on them by taking their food
3) English is used more than Irish Gaelic]]> 2022-02-28 14:23:44 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069559627 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069561452 1.) They are not very punctual so showing up 15 minutes behind will not be seen as rude but always strive to be on time.
2.) They are very independent and they get there work done 
3.) There seasons are one month ahead but other than that they have a similar climate  ]]> 2022-02-28 14:24:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069561452 kkli5 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069561580 1. Not very timely, can arrive late for a few minutes.
2. Men taken major role in business but women have increase in participation.
3. Casual dress and conservative. Shake hands.]]> 2022-02-28 14:24:37 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069561580 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069565661 1.) 99% literacy rate
2.) Women are well-represented within government, diminishing gender stereotypes
3.) Relationships are important when conducting business]]> 2022-02-28 14:25:48 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069565661 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069571404 1. Ireland invest a lot into the infrastructure if the country
2. Ireland literacy rate is 99% and its not uncommon for people to graduate when they are 16
3. Ireland is a month in head of the U.S. and they have a oceanic climate]]> 2022-02-28 14:28:13 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069571404 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069573150 1) Graduation is can be done at the age of 16.
2) They are not very punctual.
3) Cannot work more than 48 hours per week.
4) 99% of people can read and write. Everyone knows English.

]]> 2022-02-28 14:28:56 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069573150 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069573499 1) Education is important seeing as the literacy rate is 99%- this is more than what most countries have.
2) The climate is very similar to the US so it would be easy for those from the US to travel there and conduct business. Almost everyone speaks english as well.
3) Technology is very prevalent in Ireland.]]> 2022-02-28 14:29:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069573499 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069583367 1. Ireland has an extremely high GDP/capita, ranking as one of the top in the world
2. Ireland has contentions with the UK even after becoming independent, as seen with the conflict regarding the split of Ireland into two between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland
3. Ireland has Irish Gaelic as an official language, but it is becoming increasingly uncommon and is not used or needed in business]]> 2022-02-28 14:33:19 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2069583367 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071489854 1) Very hot climate year-round with two main seasons, the dry season, and the wet season. Should bring warm clothes no matter what time of the year you are visiting.
2) You need a valid passport for traveling into the country but if you aren't staying for a long time you do not need a work visa.
3) They are a very religiously diverse country and you need to be very respectful to everyone that you meet in the country when you are in your meetings.]]> 2022-03-01 13:56:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071489854 dcmcfadden https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071493795 1).  Bahamas is a progressive liberal party and it was formed in 1953.
2) You need a passport to stay in Bahamas but You don't need one if it is a quick vacation.
3) The official language is English and it is the only language spoken when conducting business. ]]> 2022-03-01 13:58:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071493795 kkli5 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071499015 1. High literacy rate, the church ran private schools.
2. Developing infrastructure.
3. No visa needed. English is the official business language.]]> 2022-03-01 14:01:10 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071499015 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071499439 1. tropical warm weather 
2. developing nation they are improving currently with the help of the government
3. business cards are given with respect. English is their main language in business ]]> 2022-03-01 14:01:23 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071499439 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071507896 1) The government is increasing in the quality of infrastructure and upgrading the railways and roads.
2) They don't need visa to travel if you are travelling for short period.
3) They focus on community and as well as focus on the the individual.
4)They relies on fossil fuels imports.]]> 2022-03-01 14:05:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071507896 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071508141 1.) Visa is required for long stays in the Bahamas but not for short-term visits.
2.) Rely heavily on fossil fuel imports
3.) English is the country's official language]]> 2022-03-01 14:05:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071508141 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071509788 1) You don't need a passport if you want to travel short-term.
2) The Bahamas is more or less a melting pot. They have many different religions prevalent in their country.
3) You can wear more casual clothing in more casual situations, but formal for things like big meetings. ]]> 2022-03-01 14:06:33 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071509788 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071517618 1. The Bahamas are engaging in long term projects to improve their infrastructure
2. The Bahamas have heavy influence from Britain, as seen in their education system, government, and in their celebration of holidays like Boxing Day
3. The economy of the Bahamas largely relies on tourism, but they are working to make themselves more well-rounded]]> 2022-03-01 14:10:07 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071517618 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071534774 1. Strong but smaller than the US, but has 4x times the amount of people and is a super population dense country
2. Major industries include mining and ore, steel manufacturer etc.
3 Infrastructure is still under huge development after a snowing accident in 2008, subways are used heavily.

]]> 2022-03-01 14:18:02 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071534774 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071537038 1) It is still a big country but is just a little bit smaller than the US. Although they are smaller in geographic size, know that the country is super population dense and has 4x the amount of people.
2) Major industries include mining, ore processing, steel manufacturing, and is very industrialized with their technologies and factories
3) Dress is very casual in China and you should really only dress in very important situations. ]]> 2022-03-01 14:19:12 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071537038 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071539776 1. The GDP of China is 14722.72 Billions US$
2. They had huge development after a snow storm, showing that they take action when needed
3. China is a Communist state

]]> 2022-03-01 14:20:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071539776 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071542739 1. dry and cold in the winter. They have a lot of monsoons
2. represents 13.04% of the worlds economy and they have a low GDP per capita because of their large population 
3. formal dress depending on importance of the meeting or gathering but in the and to weddings traditional clothing is worn (mostly red in color)
4. hand shakes but avoiding eye contact with new people because it is seen as disrespectful. ]]> 2022-03-01 14:21:36 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071542739 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071543698 1.) Dry/cold weather in winter and monsoon weather during the summer
2.) GDP is $14722.73 Billion USD which represent 13.4% of the world's economy
3.) Avoid eye contact in greetings and don't take offense to personal questions ]]> 2022-03-01 14:22:01 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071543698 dcmcfadden https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071548157 1) China's gdp represents 13.04% of the worlds economy but their GDP per capita is low due to the large population amount.
2) The infrastructure improved a a lot after a snow storm in 2008. The have many subways, railroads and other ways of travelling.
3) When shaking hands don't squeeze hard and make sure to stand up as it is shown as disrespect when you stay sitting.]]> 2022-03-01 14:24:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071548157 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071556936 1) They got serious on industries after the snow accident that happened in 2008
2) It's common to avoid eye contact when meeting in business 
3) They are an indirect communities where you have to respect higher-level staff  

]]> 2022-03-01 14:27:38 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071556936 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071556984 1. Represents 13.04% of the world's economy and the second largest single economy in the world, but this is low compared to their population
2. The vast majority of the population is concentrated to the east because the west is mostly desert and mountains
3. Private companies have a "996" work schedule, where people work from 9AM to PM 6 days a week.]]> 2022-03-01 14:27:40 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071556984 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071561355 1) The GDP of china is 14722.73 Billion US$ which. Represents 13.04% of the world's economy. 
2) They have limited percentage(20%) of share of a company foreigners.
3) Avoiding eye contact is common.]]> 2022-03-01 14:29:39 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2071561355 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2074010077 1.) China has a very large GDP which represents 13.04% of the worlds economy
2.) In China it is very common to avoid eye contact when meeting people and in business meetings
3.) Hand shakes are common but avoid eye contact and don't squeeze to hard and make sure you are always standing when shaking someones hand.]]> 2022-03-02 17:07:42 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2074010077 https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2074016539 1.) It has a very warm climate year round, for obvious reasons, and has two main seasons. One season is the dry season and one is the wet season.
2.) they have a developing infrastructure and a high literacy rate as well with many private schools
3.) you can wear more casual clothes in the Bahamas but in big meetings its customary to wear normal business attire ]]> 2022-03-02 17:10:46 UTC https://padlet.com/tmorenus1/Spring2022/wish/2074016539