Diane Lemieux werd geboren in Quebec, maar begon haar internationale reis op driejarige leeftijd en woonde uiteindelijk in elf landen op vijf continenten. Deze rijke ervaringen gaven haar de beheersing van vier talen, meerdere culturele identiteiten en een diepgaand begrip van menselijke verbindingen. Na een carrière in internationale ontwikkeling, wijdt ze nu al meer dan 15 jaar haar passie aan het verkennen van de ingewikkelde dynamiek van mensen, culturen en verandering door middel van haar schrijven. Haar werk biedt een unieke kijk op de wereld, gevormd door een leven over grenzen heen.
Have a richer and more meaningful experience abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on history, values, attitudes, and traditions will help you to better understand your hosts, while tips on etiquette and communicating will help you to navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.
Culture Smart! Canada gives a broad overview of the geography, history, and politics of the land. It describes Canadian values and attitudes, how people relax in their spare time, and how you can make friends with them. There is a chapter on business for those who need to know what to expect in the corporate world. By preparing you for the reactions, emotions, and events that you will experience during your visit, it will deepen your understanding of the country. Canadians are open, friendly, and relaxed hosts. They will welcome you even more warmly if you demonstrate some depth of knowledge of their culture. --Publisher
A guide to the customs and culture of Nigeria, providing information on the country's land and people, values and attitudes, customs and traditions, lifestyles, friendships sports and recreation, travel, health, business etiquette, and communication.
This book describes a structured and innovative approach to relocating to a new country using anecdotes from Sir Ernest Shackelton's 1914 Antarctic expedition.