concept   workplace meetings
culture   Singapore
statement   Workplace meetings in Singapore prioritize indirect communication and maintaining harmony.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 business meeting Singapore Frequently involves the exchange of small gifts as gestures of goodwill 1
2 drinking and business meetings Singapore Drinking during business meetings is less common and may not be a central part of business interactions due to cultural emphasis on professional decorum. 1
3 lunch meeting Singapore Considered an opportunity to build guanxi or social connections with business partners and associates 1
4 meeting agenda Singapore Meetings often follow a designated agenda, but there is a focus on building consensus and maintaining harmony, which may lead to more fluid discussions 1
5 meetings Singapore The decision-making process in meetings may involve more hierarchical input and consensus is often reached before the meeting. 1
6 taking notes in meetings Singapore Seen as diligent and respectful, demonstrating careful attention 1
7 team meetings Singapore Often characterized by a mix of formal and informal communication, with a focus on maintaining harmony and addressing individual concerns. 1
8 technology use in meetings Singapore Using smartphones or tablets during a meeting to take notes or check information is often acceptable. 1
9 workplace meetings Singapore Expected to involve a considerable amount of indirect communication and reading between the lines 1