Practical Cultural Tips

Do's Across Cultures

1. Learn Basic Greetings in local languages 2. Show Interest in local customs 3. Be Patient with different paces 4. Dress Appropriately for the context 5. Try Local Foods when offered 6. Respect Religious Practices 7. Ask Before Photographing people

Don'ts to Avoid

1. Don't Assume all French speakers are the same 2. Don't Refuse hospitality without good reason 3. Don't Rush relationships 4. Don't Ignore hierarchy where it matters 5. Don't Be Inflexible about time 6. Don't Make Comparisons between countries 7. Don't Generalize about any culture