Conducting Business the Jamaican Way

Business Trip

Business Trip

First, networking and building trustworthy relationships with other businesses are very important. Community interactions are also valued greatly and regarded as significantly vital when establishing links. Although most Jamaicans are friendly and warm towards acquaintances, they may not immediately express an interest in trading with foreigners.

Second, respect for those in authority is highly esteemed as natives can often be heard referring to someone as “bosswoman” or “bossman” when the person is not an employee. Jamaicans may converse in a more informal manner when talking to a person of equal stature or lesser authority, but they still address them with the same level of respect.

Third, the people in this nation value their time and expect their business partners to be punctual. It is also a regular practice that appointments or meetings be scheduled two weeks ahead when dealing with foreign traders. Even though Jamaicans talk in a friendly, even tone, they still treat it as a formal conference.

So, if you are in Jamaica for a business trip, it is best that you embrace the its culture and etiquette so that you will win your clients’ hearts, as well as their partnership.

Prescription Medication and Travelling:

When travelling with prescription medication, people should keep them in a hand-carry luggage to avoid the risk of losing them or having them flown to some other city or country. There are countries that are a bit stricter when it comes to transporting medicines, so it is wise to bring supporting documentation and carry them in their original containers with the label affixed bearing your name, doctor and dosage information.

It is always a good precautionary measure to consult one’s doctor before going on a vacation and request for written instructions about your medicine, dosage and the name it is known in the country or city you will be travelling as it can have a different name there.

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Buying Properties with Confidence:

Just like buying real estate properties in one’s country, the primary aspect to look into is location. To be successful in acquiring properties abroad, the investor should buy in tried and tested locations where there is a strong market and a stable level of tourism demand. This will give the investor the choice of renting it out to tourists while he is not using it or resell for profit.

Another important thing to consider is choosing the best contractor to build or fix the property. Since the investor may not be as knowledgeable of the best people to hire, he can ask his real estate agent to recommend someone with a proven track record. Most importantly, choose the real estate company with an impeccable reputation. This can be done by researching on the Internet as well as requesting for the company’s credentials.

Joining a Travel Tour:

Cruising on the Sea and visiting the region’s most popular chain of islands are some of the best things you can do when you decide to spend your vacation or holiday in the region. The definitely a perfect travel destination that one must visit at least once in a lifetime, especially during the summer season. If you want to stay up-to-date and know essential information regarding travel to the region, then you should consider joining a travel tour group.

Consult with a travel agency that offers these group tours at discounted prices. Make your reservations and enjoy the great adventure that you can share with other people when you explore the many marvels of the beautiful Caribbean.

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