国际商务礼仪-握(英文版).pptVIP

HANDSHAKE HISTORY OF HANDSHAKING meanings of handshaking In sports or other competitive activities it is also done as a sign of good sportsmanship. Its purpose is to convey trust, balance, and equality. In business Shaking hands is considered the standard greeting in business situations. FOR LOVERS FOREVER LOYALTY LOVE And TOGETHER MODERN CUSTOMS REJECTION——do not Generally, it is considered inappropriate, if not outright insulting to the initiator side, to reject a handshake without good reason (such as an injured right hand). FIRM HANDSHAKING It is generally expected in Western culture that a handshake should be firm. Weak handshakes are sometimes referred to as limp or cold. In some Oriental countries (such as Turkey or the Arabic-speaking Middle East), handshakes arent as strong as in America and Europe. Consequently, a grip which is too firm will be considered as rude. In Turkey outside business situations, shaking hands is not the standard greeting among men. In casual non-business situations, men will less likely shake hands and among women hardly at all. Kissing each other on the cheek twice is a more common practice In Europe England When people meet with each other the first time,they usually shake hands instead of hugging. While on the banquet,guests often shake hands with each other to show respect France In the social occasions,people used to shake hands with the guests. When shaking hands with women,remember that lady first.And women may keep their gloves while shaking hands but not men. Russia Acquaintances cannot shake hands when meeting. It is considered bad luck to shake hands over the threshould of the doorstep When shaking hands DOS Smile to others With moderate hard DONTS Not more than three seconds Not to wear gloves Uncrossed shakehands Not to talk while shaking hands Both hands or right hand Firmly and strongly Softly and kindly Shake hands with a woman Men usually wait for women to offer their hand before shaking