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Why do management techniques often need to be adjusted when doing business in a foreign country?

As an international manager, how might you adjust your management styles to account for a variety of cultures?

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This solution explains why it is important to adapt management techniques when doing business in a foreign country and suggests ways managers can do so.

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Why do management techniques often need to be adjusted when doing business in a foreign country?

All managers must focus on the company's mission, vision, and company culture. Some offices are more conservative than others, not only in the dress code, but the code of ethics as well. When doing business in a foreign country, a manager must learn what ...

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