 Indonesia
Indonesians
are friendly people who have strong social and
spiritual values. Of the 350 different ethnic
groups, the Javanese make up 45% of the
population. Furthermore, Java holds 60% of the
total Indonesian population making it the most
densely populated island in Indonesia. The
Chinese, who mainly live in the urban areas,
control many aspects of the economy in Indonesia
although they only comprise about 2% of the
population.
Irrespective of ethnic group,
all Indonesians respect and value loyalty to
family and friends. The western concept of strong
individualism is seen as contrary to their
culture where the welfare of the majority will
usually over-ride that of an individual. In fact,
western individualism can be seen as selfish.
What a westerner would consider nepotism, an
Indonesian would be chastised by his family if he
did not help family members to get a job.
Similarly, western feminism does not enjoy
support from urban educated Indonesian women, who
although intent on a career, wish to be
recognised for their role as housewife and
mother.
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Business Etiquette and Protocol |
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If you wish to make a success of your
future negotiations in Indonesia, learning about the
business etiquette is a very wise thing to do.
Networking
Businesswomen
Protocols, Business Cards, Introductions.
Making Appointments
Time for appointment.
Business hours.
Gift giving.
Dress
Restaurant Dress.
Invitation to visit.
Who Pays?
Conversation Topics
Tipping.
~ 2550 words
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Do's & Don'ts |
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Physical
Gestures that should or shouldn't be used
to avoid offence,
Cultural Do's and Don'ts,
Manners,
Taboos
and Customs.
~1930 words
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Food & Drink Issues |
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Dining
Etiquette and Entertaining,
Do's and don'ts when dining, Manners.
Types of eating establishments.
~2000 words
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Negotiation Issues |
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What to expect,
How to negotiate.
Etiquette and Manners when Negotiating.
Hints and Warnings in Negotiation.
~ 3200 words.
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Travel Issues |
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With current incidences of violence in
parts of Indonesia, we also include major government
travel warning sites that we strongly advise you to
check before traveloling.
Seasons to
travel
Personal Safety
Precautions in Indonesia
Common tricks of criminals
Terrorist Activities.
Female Issues
Indonesian Toilets
Car Accidents
Dual citizenship
Souvenirs
Time zone.
Public Holidays
Festivals and Celebrations
Mains Power.
~1930 words
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