Flexibility
If you are invited to a wedding at 6:00 pm, what time should you arrive?
8:00 pm, 2 hours later
Where do you network with Indians?
Never in a business setting :)))
Can a subordinate say no directly to his boss
NO
If your office time is at 9 am, what time should you arrive?
On time. 9:00-9:15
In a meeting, do we make small talk or go straight to business?
Small talk first (its is long)
Can debate, but not direct as the French ;)
Can a boss be late for their own meeting?
Yes, of course. (No one will question him hahahha but set a good example for your employees/ juniors )
What are the hot topics that make or break a relationship?
Politics and cricket
What are the signs that an Indian is disagreeing with you?
Not commenting. Saying "maybe" or "i'll think about it"
When you are invited to someone's house, do you arrive on time or not?
Nope, be there 30 mins late
When doing business with an Indian, what should you first establish to make a deal?
Always better to have a mutual friend. Relationships are paramount.
When dealing with Indians, are you direct with them or not?
No. You will seem arrogant
In a meeting, do we follow the meeting agenda or not?
Nope, it is just a guideline, never the rule
Does a hierarchy exist even in personal settings? (weddings)
Yes, even if you are the groom/ bride, you will treat your boss/ any person superior in position, better even in your own wedding
With a friend, are you direct with your emotions?
No. (what are emotions anyway??)