foreign influence can be trailed in our culture. We are actually a blend of different cultures rolled into one. For three centuries we were under the Spanish colony‚ as a result‚ there is a significant amount of Spanish and Mexican influence in our customs and traditions. Then later‚ under the American regime for four decades and their obvious contribution to us is the English language. Other ethnic groups such as the Chinese and Japanese have also influenced our way of living. Pagmamano‚ po
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The Importance of the HR Sergeant in The Profession of Arms The US Army is now actively considered a profession. We were not always thought of so highly. With pitfalls after major conflicts such as post-WWII into Korea and post-Vietnam‚ we resembled more of an occupation rather than a profession. (Army White Paper‚ 2010). What does it mean to be a profession? With this renewed sense of professionalism‚ how are our leaders balancing their roles to earn and keep the trust of our clients? What
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The first traces of human habitation in Greece began during the Paleolithic Age‚ (approximately 120000-10000 B.C.). Greece has come from a long history and is known for the amazing art and architecture. They are also known for their religious and philosophical beliefs. One of the most modern connections we have with Greece is the Olympics‚ which began 3‚000 years ago (approximately 776 B.C.). Greeks general attitude towards tourist and strangers is defined by the term ‘Filoxenia’ (“friend to foreigners”)
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How the custom of Rahui has changed over time. In Maori society a rahui is a prohibition or restriction on a thing or place. It is part of the broader concept of tapu. This essay will cover how the custom of rahui changed over time. The essay will include a description and brief discussion of the concepts tapu‚ rahui‚ kaitiaki and tohunga. It will describe the method used to instate and lift traditional rahui and how early European contact and colonisation affected Maori and the custom of rahui
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someone goes to a foreign country or deals with a foreign national and is able to speak their native‚ language they are generally more receptive of the individual. This shows that you have a general knowledge of their culture and know their customs and courtesies. In some cases‚ the host nation knows the English language. Therefore if someone tries to speak their language but having difficulty‚ they will let them know that they speak English also. They will have more respect for the individual
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Between the fourteenth and sixteenth centuries‚ gun salutes were a universal custom used to exhibit nonviolent intentions by making a weapon ineffective. In the seventeenth century‚ the British used a 21-gun salute as a personal salute to the royal family‚ while the United States did a national salute‚ firing one gun for each state
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The Four Seasons Hotel and Resorts has become on the world’s most luxury hotels operating over 50 properties in over 20 countries. The Four Seasons is known for their high quality and personalized experience their guests receive. Recently the Four Seasons has received the opportunity to operate the F.S. George V Palace hotel in Paris‚ France. Before opening‚ The Four Seasons must learn how to operate in a foreign country especially in a market they have yet to conduct business. The Hotel has to consider
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that they have no faith and religion. The natural selection told them to survive and become tact and capricious to avoid punishment from the regime. And Satrapi teaches us that we must learn to protect ourselves from the dangerous world. At the same time‚ we need to find out and keep the balance between integrity and disguise. Even though the stifling life and society push us becoming capricious and tact to survive‚ we should never forget who we are and where we
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deal and failed negotiation. To do business in Saudi Arabia‚ three main factors need to be considered: religion & culture‚ customs and gender roles. Business Etiquette Business etiquette: expected behaviors and expectations for individual actions within society‚ group‚ or class. Within a place of business‚ it involves treating coworkers and employer with respect and courtesy in a way that creates a pleasant work environment for everyone. Religion & Culture Business in Saudi Arabia revolves around
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Military bearing is ones outward appearance. The sharp uniform‚ perfect haircut‚ and their motivation and pride in their appearance. Military bearing is the way you take pride in your accomplishments and the majority of your experiences. It is also the way you maintain your composure and contain your emotions at all times. even when some might think it is neccessary to speak ones thoughts‚ that is where military bearing comes into play and maintains the composure of the soldier himself. Military
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