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Conducting Business Essay

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Memorandum

Date: December 9, 2017

To: Susan Basso McCauley, CEO

From: Danish Retiwalla

Subject: Conducting Business in India

Prior to your departure to India, I hope you will my findings informative on India's business etiquette, specifically as a female. India is a conglomerate of old and new traditions from the West and East. It is important to have an understanding of its vibrant culture and avoid generic conclusions on conducting business there. Factors such as regionalism, industry, and people are all to be taken into account when doing business in India. As such, it may be required to modify one's behavior, etiquette, and approach depending on whom you are working with.
Travel and safety:
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India's climate and Attire:
India has a tropical climate and can be quite hot during certain months. Women are to dress modestly in general, for daily wear and or for business purposes. For business meetings, it is advisable to wear pantsuits, long skirt, blazers made of lightweight materials. Packing a light suitcase and sticking with the essentials will be beneficial for transport as well as luggage loss or delays. Mosquito repellent will also be a great addition to your items to pack. Keeping hydrated is essential for your health as the weather can become rather hot. It is imperative to drink only mineral or bottled water otherwise it will lead to illnesses due to the quality of the water. Be cautious to not eat from street vendors. Before leaving your hotel room, make sure to keep your passport, credit card and some money in a money belt. It is advisable to utilize the amenities of the hotel you decide to stay at such as food, laundry, making travel arrangements, booking tickets and or taxi services. It may possibly a little more expensive; however, as a foreigner, it makes the process easier and safer especially for a female. The concierge at the hotel can also help make accommodations for taxi services from the airport and other places of interest for business or tourism. Local traffic can be trying, make sure to account for travel time and keep a good buffer to arrive at

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