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5. What would you do if you had a difficult boss?
Exercise 181. Read and discuss the article.
Business etiquette in the USA and American business culture.
 The Unites States of America has a diverse (разнообразную) , multi-
cultural society with roots (корнями) tracing back (которые приводят)
to various European and other countries of origin. As a rule, Americans
are friendly and informal. Their culture is a comfortable mix of other
European traditions adapted to a more modern mindset (мышление).
 Time is an important factor in the US as the local people dislike wasting
(тратить в пустую) it. But otherwise (в другом случае) Americans are
open and flexible, their culture made evident (стала очевидной) through
vast media exposure (огромное освещение в медиа).
However, here are a few tips to help you fit into an American setting and
familiarise (ознакомить) you with the local negotiation laws (законы),
especially if you are visiting the country for the first time.
How do people greet and meet in the US?
 A handshake, smile and a positive ‘hello’ work well in all American
settings.
 People don’t mind being addressed (когда к ним обращаются)
casually by their first names.
 It’s important to give everyone equal importance, regardless of (вне
зависимости) seniority or gender (пола).
What role do women play in the American business industry?
 It’s a modern progressive society in which stereotyping of women is
looked down upon (смотрят свысока).
 Women play an active and equal role in the office and home.
What is the right gift-giving etiquette in the US?
Unless (если только) it’s Christmas, an anniversary (годовщина) or a
birthday, gift giving is a simple affair (дело) in the US; most organizations
have policies against receiving gifts exceeding $25 in value.
 A decorative card or personal note is an acceptable token of
appreciation (знак внимания).
 If invited over for a meal, chocolates, wine or a potted plant (растение
в горшочке) for the hostess are considered to be polite.
What is the correct dining etiquette in the US?
 Americans are highly social and their meals can be in the form of a
barbeque, a dinner at home or in a restaurant.
 Though the settings and mood are casual, be on time, especially when
invited to someone’s home.

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