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Salary Negotiation Scripts for 12 Cultures: What to Say (and Never Say) in Compensation Discussions

Salary negotiation is one of the most culturally sensitive conversations in business. What works in New York can end a relationship in Tokyo. Here are adapted negotiation scripts for 12 different cult...

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Dr. Valentina Cisneros-Aguayo
Latin American Cultural Intelligence Director
11 min read
Salary Negotiation Scripts for 12 Cultures: What to Say (and Never Say) in Compensation Discussions
The Ultimate Guide to Business Gifts in Japan
Cross-Cultural Negotiation Apr 19, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Business Gifts in Japan

In Japan, gift-giving (omiyage) follows strict cultural protocols. The wrapping matters as much as the gift. The number of items matters. Ev...

Colombia's Tech Renaissance: Beyond the Stereotypes
Market Entry Apr 12, 2024

Colombia's Tech Renaissance: Beyond the Stereotypes

Medellín's transformation from one of the world's most dangerous cities to a global tech hub is one of the great urban stories of our time. ...

The Silent Epidemic: Burnout in Cross-Cultural Teams
Digital Communication Apr 10, 2024

The Silent Epidemic: Burnout in Cross-Cultural Teams

Cultural differences in expressing stress mean burnout often goes undetected in global teams. Japanese team members won't complain. Indian t...