our world (from a supply chain/production/logistics standpoint) is small. We can now get things from all over the world in a relative short period of time with the right connections, timing, money, and resources. The majority of the companies in Indiana will tell you that they have some part of the operations either located or conduct some kind of business outside of the United States.

Thinking about conducting business outside of the United States. Think about things that are different in other countries compared to the United States. In your initial post, discuss the top 5 things you need to know, be aware, or sensitive to when conducting business globally? Before you send that email, make that phone call, or type that invoice, what are those things that would help you either write that note, the timing of the correspondence, or the words/phrases you use to communicate?