Doing Business in the United States

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The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic containing fifty states and a federal district. English is the predominant language and the majority of Americans' are Christians. At 3.79 million square miles, and with over 300 million people of mixed races, the United States is the fourth largest country by total area and third largest by land area and by population. To do business in the US, it is really important to be able to talk English and Spanish. Effectively, the English is spoken by about 82% of the population as a native language. Spanish is the second common language in the country, spoken by 30 million people, 12% of the population. American business people are generally less strict than in France. There are a few durable and quick rules. The way you deal with American business colleagues will depend on the individual. Most Americans will get very frustrated if you come to ask a question, but spend the first fifteen minutes talking about family. They also expect you to make eye contact when you speak with them. Americans also expect you to be honest and direct, even if you are coming with bad news.

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[...] Generally, Americans like to laugh and enjoy talking with people with a sense of humour. Jokes are usually welcome. Behaviour Generally, business conversation may take place during meals. However, many times you will find more social conversation taking place during the actual meal. Business meetings may be arranged as breakfast meetings or dinner meetings. In general a dinner, even if for business purposes, is treated as a social meal and a after a time to build rapport. Gift giving is discouraged or limited by many US companies. [...]

[...] In France, when we visit a home, most of the times we bring a gift like a bottle of wine or flowers. Doing Business in the United-States To doing business in US, It's really important to talk different languages: English and Spanish. Effectively, the English is spoken by about 82% of the population as a native language. Spanish is the second common language in the country, spoken by 30 million of people; 12% of the population. American businesspeople are generally less strict than in France. [...]

[...] The American economic system is a "free market" system where companies are positive to complete. Competition give lowers prices and increases the quality. In school or at work, competition is really present because they must strive for the best. Schools honor these students who do best and companies honor the workers who are best seller or who achieve the greatest goals. Thus, competing against others, even against your good friends, is standard for Americans. For us, it's the same thing, for instance when you get your level, you can have a distinction. [...]

[...] Common practice is to leave a tip that is equal to 15% of the total bill for acceptable service, and about 20% for greater service. If the service was poor, then you could leave a smaller tip, like 10%. The other professions where tipping is normal include: taxi drivers, hotel porters, parking valets, and bartender. Smoking Smoking is not really frequent in America as in France. Generally, Americans smoke less than Europeans. It is a practice that is becoming less and less socially acceptable. Smoking is forbidden in many spaces. [...]

[...] The United States is third in size behind Russia and China. The climate is temperate in most areas, tropical in Hawaii and southern Florida, polar in Alaska, semi-arid in the Great Plains, desert in the Southwest, Mediterranean in Coastal California, and arid in the Great Basin. History The United States was discover by Christopher Colomb in 1492 and make contact with the indigenous population. The history of the United States has been an investigation in democracy for more than 200 years. [...]