Part A. Important Criteria for the Interview in the United States.

Understanding appropriate business etiquette and protocol practices that relate to communication skills are important, not only when interviewing for a job, but also once you have obtained a position. Although there are several types of communication in the workplace, section "Part A" involves nonverbal communication skills such as greetings, handshakes, eye contact, posture, dress/clothing, accessories, and body language. All of these skills are important when interviewing in American businesses.

Search for articles (internet, journals, and/or books) about important aspects of an interview in American companies. In general, when interviewing for a job in the U.S. briefly discuss major nonverbal topics (use the 4 topics below) that are important to consider when preparing for the interview.

After reading articles about these topics, write in your own words, information that would be helpful to those who are planning and preparing for an interview. Thus, what do the authors of your articles say and recommend about interviewing as related to the 4 topics below in Part A? When answering the questions, please use complete sentences and include the section and the topics (these can be used as headings) as well as the answers/discussion.

For Part A, write at least 3 complete sentences about each of the 4 nonverbal topics listed below. Your responses for these topics will be helpful hints for those (male and female) who are preparing for an interview in the United States. You will not need a reference page. Do not copy text from the articles; write the information in your own words. After reading the articles, answer and discuss the following topics about professional interviews in the United States:

1. Clothing and dress for the professional interview (male and female) such as slacks, suits, dresses, jackets, etc. What clothing and dress items are recommended for the professional interview for males and females?

2. Accessories for the professional interview (male and female) such as belts, jewelry, handbags, attaché cases, note books, pens, watches, shoes, socks, hosiery, scarves, ties, pins, etc. What are some positive, helpful hints when wearing or carrying accessories to the professional interview?

3. Grooming techniques appropriate for the interview (male and female) such as hair styles, facial hair, nails, perfume and cologne, etc. What do the authors of the articles/sources indicate are major points about grooming in preparation for the professional interview?

4. Body language which would be considered important during the interview such as posture and walk, entrance, handshakes, greetings, facial expressions, and eye contact. What are some positive body language movements that should be used during an interview?

Part B - Business Protocol and Professional Etiquette in Mexico.

American-based businesses are becoming more global every day. With changes in national and international demographics, we are seeing many American businesses participate in the global workforce. Employees should have a good understanding and awareness of cultural diversity in the workplace. American businesses are learning the value of training workers to communicate effectively with international customers and clients. It is vital that we have a basic understanding of acceptable protocol and practices in different international settings to successfully interact with customers, clients, or guests from other countries, either in America or abroad.

Before communicating and meeting with clients, customers, and other professionals from another country or cultural group, it is important that you research their customs and practices.

Search for articles (internet, journals, and/or books) about business protocol and professional etiquette in Mexico. After reading the articles, discuss the 6 topics below, using your own words.

For Part B, write one complete sentence about each of the following topics (6) when conducting business in the country of Mexico. You will not need a reference page. Do not copy text from the articles; write the information in your own words.

1. Professional dress worn by men for business meetings in Mexico.

2. Professional dress worn by women for business meetings in Mexico.

3. How to greet business guests (hugs or handshakes, etc.) in Mexico.

4. Mexican business meetings (times to meet, who arranges, negotiating styles, etc.).

5. Gift giving in Mexico and presenting the gift. (what to give as gifts and how to present the gifts).

6. Business cards used when meeting Mexican professionals (size, type, when and how to present).

Part C - Business Protocol and Professional Etiquette in Japan

Search for articles (internet, journals, and/or books) about business protocol and professional etiquette in Japan. After reading the articles, use your words to discuss the 6 topics below.

For Part C, write one complete sentence about each of the following topics (6) when conducting business in the country of Japan. You will not need a reference page. Do not copy text from the articles; write the information in your own words.

1. Professional dress worn by men for business meetings in Japan.

2. Professional dress worn by women for business meetings in Japan.

3. How to greet business guests (hugs or handshakes, etc.) in Japan.

4. Japanese business meetings (times to meet, who arranges, negotiating styles, etc.).

5. Gift giving in Japan and presenting the gift. (what to give as gifts and how to present the gifts).

6. Business cards used when meeting Japanese professionals (size, type, when and how to present)