We are all cultured.
All of us come from a background where there are rules on how to talk, dress, see the world, etc.
Knowing these things allows us to communicate more effectively with someone from another culture.
Here is an example: when an American says “how are you doing,” it’s flippant, almost directly following “Hello” as a courtesy. In some parts of France, this is a no-no, as “how are you” is a very personal question.
Think about these before you engage in deeper communication (more than just a hello), what is the culture, how can you learn more about it? It can save you the hassle.
It can save you the hassle.
You don’t want to over-communicate in a bad way.
From the desk of Adam Thomas 