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Meeting Business Important Time Issues Running American U.S

Id ESLPod_0184_CN
Episode Id ESLPod 184
Episode Title Running a Meeting
Title Running a Meeting
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It is important in an American business meeting to be punctual - that is, to arrive on time for the meeting, and not be late. This is especially important if you are the leader of the meeting. A "good" meeting in a U.S. company is one that starts on time, has a very clear list of topics on the agenda to discuss, and has a fixed amount of time for discussion. American businesspeople do not normally see business meetings as social events, where they can take time to get to know other people or talk about their interests. Instead, they try to talk only about the topics and issues on the meeting's agenda. Americans prefer usually to meet in a private room, and not try to hold discussions at a restaurant or other places outside the company offices.

Sometimes those from other countries interpret or think that Americans are being impolite because they are often so direct when speaking to others. In the U.S., speaking directly about only the most important issues in a meeting is considered a good thing, and it is not meant to be rude or disrespectful. It is common for people to criticize or say "no" to someone's idea in a meeting, and to bring difficult issues to the discussion even if they cause disagreements. This again is not considered rude in a U.S. business meeting.

Topics Business

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