Cross Culture Work & International Résumés

Pop Quiz! In all but one of the following countries, it is expected that you bring a gift to a business meeting. In which country is it NOT expected? China Japan Czech Republic Denmark Bolivia

Pop Quiz! In all but one of the following countries, it is expected that you bring a gift to a business meeting. In which country is it NOT expected? China Japan Czech Republic Denmark Bolivia

Pop Quiz! In Saudi Arabia, which is considered a popular gesture of friendship between men? A high-five Holding hands when walking A handshake Winking A hug or kiss on the cheek

Pop Quiz! In Saudi Arabia, which is considered a popular gesture of friendship between men? A high-five Holding hands when walking A handshake Winking A hug or kiss on the cheek

Pop Quiz! In Great Britain, tapping your nose indicates that something is… Confidential Smelly Inappropriate Very important Boring

Pop Quiz! In Great Britain, tapping your nose indicates that something is… Confidential Smelly Inappropriate Very important Boring

Pop Quiz The Term “One-on-One” has a non-professional connotation in which of the following places? Canada Spain U.S. All of the above

Pop Quiz The Term “One-on-One” has a non-professional connotation in which of the following places? Canada Spain U.S. All of the above In Spain, speaking in English, you would not say that you are having a one-on-one meeting with a counsellor (in the career centre for instance), rather you are having a One-to-One meeting. In Canada, these terms are typically interchangeable, but One-to-One is becoming the norm for professional settings.

Pop Quiz! Which of the following is/are associated with death and should not be given as gifts in the Chinese culture? Clocks Straw sandals A stork or a crane A handkerchief All of the above

Pop Quiz! Which of the following is/are associated with death and should not be given as gifts in the Chinese culture? Clocks Straw sandals A stork or a crane A handkerchief All of the above Recall that earlier we showed that in Chinese culture it is customary to bring gifts to a business meeting, so it is important to know what kind of gifts are acceptable, and what are not.

Why is an International Résumé Different? When applying to a job abroad, there are may things to consider; Different countries have different expectations of an application package. In other areas of the world Résumés are expected to contain far more personal information. Even that level of info varies from place to place. The emphasis is placed on different areas of the résumé, depending on where you are applying.

Where am I applying? Different countries have different rules and requirements when it comes to job search. Knowing what those differences are could make or break your international job search.

Cultural Differences As compared to Canada other countries tend to want varying degrees of Personal Information. For Example: Date of Birth Marital Status Nationality Gender Religion Photo Family Status Proficiency in language of the country applying to (regardless of need as part of the position.)

Comparison CANADA CHINA BRAZIL MIDDLE EAST Name YES Contact Info Age/Date of Birth NO Marital Status YES (OFTEN) Nationality CITIZENSHIP Gender Religion Photo OFTEN YES OFTEN Family Status NUMBER AND AGE OF CHILDREN Language Proficiency As required for the position. Don’t necessarily need to speak Mandarin or Cantonese. Do you speak Portuguese and how are you improving it? As required. Immigration info Can you legally work in Canada?