Cross Cultural Dining Etiquette 跨文化餐桌礼仪.docVIP

Cross Cultural Dining Etiquette —— 跨文化餐桌礼仪 In today’s inner – reliant , international and culturally diverse world economy ,cross cultural differences can have an impact on business success . Both at an individual and organizational level understanding the values , etiquette and protocol of different culturals can positively influence your dealings in the worldwide marketplace . A lack of cross cultural awareness can result in misinterpretations which may cause offense . Such outcomes may end in your reputations being tarnished and your business objectives impacted . Cross cultural understandings and appreciations of foreign etiquette is important for today’s globe trotting business person to avoid such negative repercussions . One area of importance in cross cultural awareness is the different dining etiquette of the world . Understanding dining etiquette can help international business people polish their conduct and behaviour while dining or entertaining . Cross cultural dining etiquette involves considering the following points : Seating – Is there a protocol as who to sit where ? Should one wait to be seated ? Is it acceptable etiquette for men / women to sit next to each other ? Eating – What utensils , if any ,are used ? Is it a knife and fork , hands or chopsticks ? Is there any etiquette around using them ? Body language – How should one sit ? Is it bad etiquette to rest elbow on the table ? If seated on the floor what is the correct position ? Conversation – Is the meal the proper place to engage In conversation ? If so , is discussing business appropriate ? The food – What foods are common to eat ? Is it good etiquette to compliment the cook and how ? Does one finish everything on the plate ? Is it polite to ask for more ? Home / Restaurant – What differences in etiquette or protocol would there be ? Does one take a gift to the home ? Who pays the bill at the restaurant ? Dining Etiquette in Germany ●Is it good etiquette to stand until sh