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The people

Mexico is very class conscious society straftifications care well defined

Personal pride and individualism are highly valued, as are character and breeding. Modesty is valued over assertiveness. Flaunting superiority, intelligence and ability is not appreciated.

Meeting and Greeting

Mexicans generally stand clos together when conversating and dont show singns of discomfort

Shake hands with everyone present--men, women and children--at a business or social meeting. Shake hands a again when leaving.

Brazilians are friend and free-spirited, w an incredible zest fo life. They are very risk-oriented and ve creative. Predominantly Rom Catholic (73%), families are large an often include extended family members. Family, educational and socioeconomic backgrounds are important to Brazilians. Take time to gree and say good bye to each person presen Women kiss twice once on each cheek if they are married. Single women add a third kiss.

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Body language

Never touch, hug or back slap a Spaniard you do not know well, unless a friendly Spaniard t touches you first. Generally, Spaniards stand very close when talking. Spaniards speak a lot with their hands. Never mimic them. Typically, Spanish is the language of business, but most large companies conduct business in English and Spanish. You cannot expect English to be widely spoken. Check ahead to determine if an interpreter is needed.

Physical contact is part of simple communication. Touching arms, elbows and backs is very common and acceptable. Brazilian also stand extremel close to one anothe Do not back away.

Your personality and ability to establish strong personal and business relationshi is important to the success of your business endeavor.

Expect to be interrupted when speaking. Be patient. Nothing is done in a hurry. Spanish trademarks are procrastination and delay.

Soccer (football), family, Brazils beautiful beaches an the countrys rapid growth are all appropriate conversation topics. Politics, poverty, religion, Argentina (considered a rival) and the deforestatio of Brazil are not. Personal topics such as age, salary and marital or job status are also unacceptab