IntroductionIn my experience learning about Asian business culture, one thing strikes me more than any other, the importance of etiquette. In Asia, paying attention to your manners and understanding unspoken social cues is just as important, if not more so, than making a good business proposition. Accidentally being a little rude can destroy an entire business partnership. For each country, there are different traditions and different etiquette rules to follow. Each country also seems to have its own unspoken set of subtle social cues. The key to being a successful international businessman seems to be knowing all your cultures very well and simply minding your manners. Different Cultures Each country has its own culture and, in turn, its own set of etiquette rules, it is important to recognize and respect each and every one. To provide a few examples of how Asian cultures vary and how they all have one thing in common, that is, they all place a high emphasis on etiquette when it comes to choosing potential business partners, I will go into details. about the business culture of two Asian countries.KoreaTo do business in Korea, it is crucial to understand their culture. Having polite manners will be considered courteous and it will be even more appreciated for the foreigner to have made the effort to learn about Korean customs and language, which in turn will greatly help you in establishing more business partnerships. solid. Koreans still follow some Confucian traditions. This means that respect for elders and education is emphasized. Nowadays, not all Koreans follow Confucian principles as closely, however, they are still quite important when it comes to business...... middle of paper ...... no one You should always keep in mind that minding your manners can make or break international business alliances. Works Cited “Doing Business in South Korea”. The translation agency for a complete professional translation service. Np, and Web. May 1, 2014. “Export, Innovate, Invest – The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service.” Site of the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service to help companies do business abroad: market studies, contacts abroad, services from our offices abroad.. Np, nd Web. April 23, 2014. “Doing Business in China.” The translation agency for a complete professional translation service. Np, and Web. May 1 2014. .