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In a business relationship – as in any other – small things are often
the most annoying. Smiley faces on emails, wet-fish handshakes and the
clang of the teaspoon on the side of the mug during a meeting may seem
trivial, but they can be extremely irritating for colleagues,
prospective partners and clients. Understanding how to keep behaviour
neutral is key, according to Danielle Di-Masi, a business etiquette
expert who coaches leaders in building the right perceptions for
business success. While direct eye contact is too much in some cultures,
others consider a corporate hug okay. Get it right, she says, because
there's no second chance at making a first impression.
Many of the world’s economies are still struggling to recover from the
global financial crisis. The threat of a crisis Mark II is not out of
the question, though it’s unlikely, says Anne Krueger, a former chief
economist of the World Bank, and first deputy managing director of the...
Published 10/04/12
Australia, with its sound and well-managed financial system, stands to
reap significant benefits from the economic growth in Asia. But a key
question remains: how should Australia position itself in the Asian
century? Reaching a consensus on this is crucial, according to Masahiko
Takeda,...
Published 10/04/12