This document provides tips and strategies for effective cross-cultural communication. It discusses understanding cultural differences in nonverbal communication like gestures and expressions. The main part then gives ten tips for cross-cultural communication, such as speaking slowly and clearly, taking turns to talk, writing things down, avoiding slang, and maintaining cultural etiquette. The conclusion emphasizes that understanding cultural differences can minimize misunderstandings and maximize knowledge.

2. Cross-culture Communication

3. Paper Structure Abstract (in your material) Keywords (nonverbal conflicts tips) Introduction Main part Basic Strategy Nonverbal Conflicts Ten Tips Summary

4. Paper Structure Conclusion Acknowledgement (roommate) Reference [1]. MLA Style Citation: Payne, Neil "Ten Tips for Cross Cultural Communication.“ 18 Sep. 2004. EzineArticles.com . 3 May 2009 [2]. APA Style Citation: Payne, N. (2004, September 18). Ten Tips for Cross Cultural Communication . Retrieved May 3, 2009, from http://ezinearticles.com

5. Main part Basic Strategy Nonverbal Conflicts Ten tips

6. Basic Strategy Understand the potential problems of cross-cultural communication. Adjust one’s behavior appropriately Intermediaries who are familiar with both cultures. Stop, Listen, and Think R

7. Nonverbal Communication Expressions (Micro) Gestures (Subconscious) R

8. Micro Expression

9. Micro Expression

10. Micro Expression

11. Micro Expression

12. Micro Expression

13. Micro Expression R

14. Subconscious Gestures

15. 1. Who are more likely to give thumbs up? A. Winners B. Losers C. Waiters

16. 2. Who are more likely to wring their hands? A. Worried people. B. Bored people. C. Tired people.

17. 3. Who are more likely to clench their fists. A. People who are upset. B. People who are cold. C. People who are anxious. R

18. 1. Match the appropriate gesture with what someone says? Raise one ’ s hand. Wink at someone. Wave one ’ s hand. Thumb a ride. Hang one ’ s head . “ I feel so ashamed ” “ Present ” “ My car broke down ” “ Have a good trip! ” “ I ’ m not really serious ” “ Don ’ t ever do that again ” “ Agreed ” R

19. 1 . What is your own interpretation of George Bush ’ s gestures? R

20. Solving Conflicts Probing for the culture dimension Learning about other culture Altering practices and procedures R

21. Ten Tips Slow Down English--- not mean speak at normal speed. Speak clearly and ensure your pronunciation is intelligible.

22. Ten Tips Separate Questions Avoid double questions “ Do you want to carry on or shall we stop here?”

23. Ten Tips Avoid Negative Questions In English ‘ yes’ ---- affirmative ‘ no’ ---- negative. In other cultures ‘ yes’ or ‘no’ questioner is right or wrong.

24. Ten Tips Take Turns to Talk

25. Ten Tips Write it Down A billion USA 1,000,000,000,000 UK 1,000,000,000.

26. Ten Tips Be Supportive Encouragement to those with weak English Gives them confidence, support and a trust in you.

27. Ten Tips Check Meaning Be an active listener. Summarize what has been said in order to verify it.

28. Ten Tips Avoid Slang PFO ?

29. Ten Tips Avoid Slang PFO perfluorooctanesulphonate ( 全氟辛烷磺酸盐 )

30. Ten Tips Watch the Humour Professionalism and protocol are constantly observed. When using humor think whether it will be understood in the other culture.

31. Ten Tips Maintain Etiquette Do some research on the target culture.

32. Conclusion What is cross – culture communication?

33. Conclusion Dealing with people from other cultures in a proper way Minimizes Misunderstandings Maximizes your Knowledge Potential

34. Thank you !