Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands
by Terri Morrison, Wayne A. Conaway · Terri Morrison
Business etiquette guide to 25 European countries, from France and Germany to Russia, Turkey and Ukraine. Each country profile covers history, cultural orientation, negotiation style, greetings, gifts and dress, so readers can prepare for meetings and avoid common protocol mistakes.
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