Category Archives: Latin America

Fresh from the HuffPo: Corruption, Democracy, and the Search for a Better World

Readable in its original version in the Huffington Post here or below: Wal-Mart is making the headlines with the FCPA corruption case it faces in Mexico. But anyone who has been on the ground trying to close business in countries … Continue reading

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Fresh from the HuffPo: Have You Witnessed the Change?

Visible in its original version in the Huffington Post at this link or below: On April 16, the Danish newspaper Jyllands-Possten announced that two Chinese competitors have considered Vestas, a large wind turbine manufacturer headquartered in Sweden, for acquisition. Upon … Continue reading

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My Boss Doesn’t Get It!

Dear Valérie, My name is Rodrigo, and I am writing to you from Mexico where I represent the interests of an American company. I love the product we manufacture, and I like my team. This being said, I’m having a … Continue reading

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How Acting “Too Busy” May Damage Your Career

It might be a sign of our times or perhaps it is just due to a lack of proper education/training. As a business etiquette consultant, I tend to blame the latter, and I am sure you may be able to … Continue reading

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