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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
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