Turkey`s relationships

Business Etiquette in Turkey

Anybody who is planning to go to Turkey to do business should be aware of several cultural practices which influence business etiquette in the country . Turkish businessmen are known to firmly adhere to such practices and judge foreigners accordingly . The first thing that a businessperson should do is build a strong personal relationship with the local businessmen . The American investor should not be in such a hurry . He /she should first strive to become friends with Turkish businessmen and should never attempt to exert pressure and /or establish

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In addition , some important points are worth remembering . First meetings are always started with the shaking of hands and first names are used even during first encounters . Then the dress code is white shirt , tie , and suit for men and conservatively cut skirt for women Women should also avoid lipstick , showy jewelry , and perfume . If the American businessman wishes to offer a gift during a business meeting Turkish businessmen prefer office items like pens , especially those with the logo of the company on them . Under no circumstances should wine be offered as a gift . However , the Turk would gladly receive a bottle of whiskey . When the invitation is for a dinner in the house of a Turkish businessman , recommended gifts are chocolate , flowers , or even a simple scarf for the wife . Public display of affection is considered indecent and unacceptable in Turkish society . Business meetings should be avoided in July , August , and special holidays (Turkey Business Practice and Business Etiquette Tips , n .d

It is all right to conduct business during a meal . In fact , Turks like to talk business in restaurants because they consider their meal to be a moment of relaxation and a good time for conversation . However , Turkish protocol dictates that the host should always settle the bill . If a foreigner wants to reciprocate , he /she should arrange to invite his /her Turkish host later and then pay for their meal (Doing Business in Turkey , n .d References

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