About the Book:

Sit Crooked and Speak Straight is a cross-cultural guide for anyone visiting the Arabian Peninsula and Gulf states. Written with  the Western businessperson in mind, it is also a useful tool for government officials, military personnel, educators, or anyone else wishing to gain practical insight into the Arab social and business culture.

From this book you will learn:

 -Arab communication patterns

 -What it is like to work in the peninsula

 -Arab business and social etiquette

 -How to communicate with Arabs more effectively

 -How to negotiate with Arabs more effectively

 -Practical business tips

The book also contains:

 -Detailed list of country differences

 -List of do’s and don'ts while you are there

 -Arab business proverbs

 -Translated common Arabic business terms

 -A list of useful Web sites

About the Author:

Stephen J. McGrane, MA, MBA, has ten years experience working and traveling in the Arabian Peninsula and Gulf states. He is a former U.S. Marine Corps officer and frequently visits the region. He currently teaches International Management at Campbell University in North Carolina.

Visit the author’s Web site at:   www.sitcrookedandspeakstraight.com