Tim O

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Tim OConnell

• Rotherham Investment and Development Office
• Tim.oconnell_at_rotherham.gov.uk

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Cultural Styles
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Typical business leader?
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• Messages can be subtle and indirect

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• A stiff upper lip in difficult situations

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• The British sense of humour

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Working Practices

• Be on time
• Make appointments
• Networking and relationships help

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Structure and hierarchy

• Flat not pyramid
• Rank is respected
• Major decisions made at the top

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Working Relationships

• Teamworking
• The boss is often a coach

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Business Practices

• Structured meetings
• Social conversation
• Business cards
• Flexible win/win negotiations

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Business etiquette

• Business Dress
• Personal space
• Greetings
• Titles
• Gifts not necessary
• No personal questions
• Importance of humour
• Instructions disguised as requests

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• Curry is now the nations favourite food

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Thank you

• Any questions?