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Cultural Training Webinar

Module 6: Country Specific

Colombia

Columbia

  • Time oriented and polychronic
  • Relationship oriented and hierarchical
  • Cooperative and collectivist
  • Indirect communication

Columbia

General Information

  • Spanish is the most common language
  • Handshakes are the normal greeting
  • Expect less personal space
  • Avoid conflict or saying no directly

General Information

Operating in the Workplace

  • Address others with title (señor, señora, or señorita) + first surname
  • Formal, dark-colored business attire
  • Conversation is common during meetings
  • Avoid direct criticism

Workplace

Dining and Going Out

  • Use Uber or an app to reserve a taxi
  • Vegetarians/vegans should clarify dietary needs
  • Weather greatly varies across the country
  • Be careful when crossing streets

Dining and Going Out

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