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12 Tips to remember while visiting India
Whether you are visiting India to get to know your service providers face to face or setting up an offshore branch or just visiting the country to evaluate the business climate, you need to be aware of certain things while visiting India.
We have compiled a list of 12 things from a business perspective - to ease your mind about India, to help you deal with the various cross-cultural shocks and surprises awaiting you in India.
1. India is a mix of two worlds
The world perceives India as the technology back office and the next great consumer market of the world. But then, the world also perceives India as the land of spirituality and poverty.
Of course, there is no denying the huge, almost insurmountable problems that remain in India, therefore the perceptions are rooted in reality to a large extent. But the other side is the big consumer market saturated with opportunities. The numbers are beginning to favour India along with those investing and working in India. (include some statistics here to give weightage to the word "numbers")
2. India's 3 Colonial legacies - English, Democracy and Freedom of Press
It's no secret and certainly not a wonder that the English-speaking population in India today exceeds the number of people speaking English in Britain. So, you don't have to worry about language barriers when in India. Even common people in urban India speak average English and can certainly understand what you will be saying and respond accordingly.
Along with the English, Indian democracy and freedom of press are the most appealing features of the country. These 3 combined give India a competitive advantage over other countries and will ensure you have a safe and profitable trip to India. (specially use this point as an advantage over China)
3. Packing - Most Important Tip before you leave from Your Country
In an Indian business setting, men normally wear lightweight suits with ties. If the day is extraordinarily hot, you can dispense with the suit jacket, but start with it on and see how your hosts are dressed.
For women, pack lightweight pant suits with sandals. No short skirts please. Keep in mind that the air conditioning can be pretty cold so bring a shawl or a jacket.
4. Keep Buffer time - To Adjust to the Culture Shock!
Do what you can to rest up before business begins. Get to the hotel, sleep, take a shower, have a quiet breakfast or lunch and spend some time adjusting. In othe
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toadfrogswife said
on 2/1/2008 Good tips thanks