A warm handshake and a smile

A nod and a verbal greeting

A high-five and a casual greeting

A fist bump and a friendly smile

Casual and comfortable clothing

Formal business attire

Smart casual attire

Athletic wear and sneakers

Use your phone during the meal to stay connected

Speak loudly to ensure everyone can hear you

Elbow your way to the front of the line at a buffet

Maintain proper posture, use utensils correctly, and avoid talking with your mouth full

Ignore them and focus solely on your own culture

Be dismissive of other cultures and their practices

Research and learn about the local culture to adapt and show respect

Make fun of cultural differences and engage in inappropriate jokes

Talk loudly on your phone and disturb other passengers

Play loud music or videos without headphones

Be mindful of personal space and avoid invading others'

Put your feet up on the seat in front of you

Get frustrated and refuse to communicate

Speak loudly and slowly, assuming others will understand

Use a translation app or hire an interpreter if necessary

Make hand gestures and body language to convey your message

Interrupt their conversation and introduce yourself abruptly

Wait for an appropriate moment and extend a friendly handshake

Shout your name across the room to get their attention

Send them a text message introducing yourself

Stay up late and try to adjust to the new time zone quickly

Take sleeping pills to force yourself to sleep

Drink alcohol to help you relax and fall asleep

Gradually adjust your sleep schedule and stay hydrated

Throw the business card over to the other person

Hand the business card with your left hand

Hold the business card between your fingers and wave it

Present the business card with both hands, facing the recipient

Be dismissive of other cultures and their negotiation styles

Assume that your own culture's negotiation style is superior

Research and understand the cultural norms and negotiation practices of the other party

Try to impose your own negotiation style on the other party

Become visibly upset and demand immediate compensation

Remain calm and inquire about alternative arrangements

Start arguing with the airline or transportation staff

Leave the airport or station without informing anyone

Criticize the local cuisine and refuse to try new dishes

Complain loudly about the service and atmosphere

Ask questions about the local cuisine and show appreciation for the experience

Ignore cultural dining norms and behave as you would at home

Avoid interacting with locals who don't speak your language

Use hand gestures and body language to communicate

Speak loudly and slowly, assuming others will understand

Learn a few basic phrases in the local language

Be dismissive of other cultures' communication styles

Assume that your own communication style is superior

Adapt your communication style to suit the cultural context

Ignore cultural differences and communicate as you would at home