Brazil

Family Life (4 of 4) There is some social discrimination on the basis of skin color People with darker skin are considered to be economically and socially disadvantaged Interactions are rare between the upper/middle classes and the lower classes www.readysetpresent.com Page 2

Social Etiquette (3 of 5) To make the "OK" sign is considered a very rude gesture Brazilian women can be very forward and may flirt with a man, even if he is with his wife If you want to avoid this attention, be cordial but not too friendly Do not ask personal questions, such as salary, age or marriage www.readysetpresent.com Page 3

Business Etiquette (2 of 3) Be patient as Brazilians negotiate very slowly Do not change your negotiating team while negotiations Brazilians prefer to negotiate with the individuals, not the company, and changing your team is not advisable Impress your Brazilian business associates by staying in a nice hotel www.readysetpresent.com Page 4

Trivia (3 of 3) Brazilian women are known for their beauty yet they do not get married until their early 30s Brazilian men may continue to live with their parents their entire life Brazil is home to several unique animal species: the spotted ocelot, caiman crocodile, the tapir and several other insects and reptiles www.readysetpresent.com Page 5

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