| In most Asian cultures, self-sacrifice is important and expected. |
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| When a Chinese person asks if you have had lunch or dinner, he plans to invite you out. |
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| Your educational credentials will be enough when dealing with American executives. |
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| In Arab culture, gifts should be opened in the presence of the giver. |
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| Most of the time, when a Japanese person says, "yes, yes," she is confirming her agreement. |
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| Most Americans tend to value spiritual enlightenment more than material possessions. |
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| In Malaysian culture, group achievement is not as important as individual achievement. |
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| To work successfully with your Singaporean team, you must first exhibit your technical capability, and then gain their trust. |
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| Most Swedes value risk-taking more than cooperation. |
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| Compliments and well-presented flattery are generally not appreciated in South America. |
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