U.S. and Czech Culture

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//Before lettering about the similarities and differences in the culture of U.S. and Czech, it is essential to have proper knowledge about the culture. One should know about the major challenge lies in doing the business at international level, which further will aid in analyzing the major differences between these Countries in an effective manner.//

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Comparison of two countries reveals similarities and differences in their culture. The culture forms the definition of the society. The major challenge, that lies in doing a business at international level, is to adapt different cultures successfully and effectively (Cherunilam, 2004). The society and culture of America were very different when Steve had worked and lived there.

In America, the culture is very liberal when compared to that of Czech culture. The home life of Czech people is more traditional. Expediency is used in every aspect of Americans life. In America, a firm handshake is used in business meetings, while the typical style of greeting is passing a smile accompanied by a wave. The verbal communication may or may not be present here. The delicate handshakes symbolize weakness of the person. Women have to offer their hand prior to shaking the hand with men. The case in Czech Republic is quite different.

In Czech, handshakes are done firmly but for very brief period of time. Handshakes at the time of departure are also customary. Here in inter-gender meetings, men have to wait and see if women widen their hands for handshake. A special care has to be taken so as to keep the left hand out of the pocket while shaking the right hand. The Czech people have keen interest in the politics and other complicated issues (Doing Business in the Czech Republic, 2007).

The decision process in this republic is very lengthy. They also believe in dealing all business with careful specificity. When compared to the American decision making process, the process here focuses on faster decision making. Maintaining eye contract is very important while communicating while it is not essential in America.

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