Christine Burgmer | Blog

The UK’s new prime minster, David Cameron, has banned his cabinet ministers from using mobile phones and Blackberrys in meetings.  You might like to read the BBC News article here.

What do you think?  Should people be allowed to take their mobile phones and Blackberrys into meetings?  What are the rules at your place of work?

Read text 1 and 2 and learn how to dress your best abroad.

Read about the importance of giving and getting business cards in Asia here.

Here are some useful tips to help you dine with dignity around the world.

Read about the difficulties of working with a translator and how to overcome them here.

Do you worry when a black cat crosses your path?  Are you superstitious?  Read about superstitions in Asia here.

Some helpful tips on how to overcome culture shock.