concept   business meeting
culture   India
statement   In India, business meetings typically begin with personal conversations before moving on to business topics.
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1 aa meetings India AA meetings may not be as widely recognized or attended, as addiction recovery programs and support may be approached through different cultural and religious practices. 1
2 business meeting India Often starts with personal inquiries and discussions before transitioning to business matters 1
3 drinking and business meetings India Drinking during business meetings is less common, and it may be more acceptable to decline alcohol due to cultural and religious considerations. 1
4 lunch meeting India May involve elaborate meals and discussions stretching beyond the typical duration 1
5 meeting agenda India Agendas are valuable, but meetings can be influenced by personal relationships and hierarchies, so the actual discussion may deviate from the agenda 1
6 staff meetings India May start with personal conversations and then proceed to the formal agenda 1
7 taking notes in meetings India Considered a positive and respectful behavior 1
8 team meetings India Often characterized by a mix of formal and informal communication, with a focus on maintaining harmony and addressing individual concerns. 1
9 technology use in meetings India The use of smartphones and other digital devices for note-taking and communication during meetings is increasingly common, reflecting technological integration in business practices. 1
10 virtual meetings India Virtual meetings are viewed as impersonal, and face-to-face meetings are considered more respectful and effective. 1