Culture

 

      Dominicans Value Family, Hospitality, and Appearance

 

  Family first!        

  Dominicans believe that their loyalty to their family comes before any other social relationship or even business. That’s why it’s important that you take the time to ask your colleagues once and while how the family is doing. The family forms the basis of stability.

 

 

 

 

Dominican Hospitality

Its amazing how Dominicans make you feel like part of there home and family. Dominicans pride themselves on their hospitality. When someone visits, Dominicans go out of their way to make their guests feel welcome and comfortable. House guests are treated royally and Dominicans attempt to cater to their every desire. As a global leader you can defiantly appreciate that experience.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Appearance Matters

Fashion is an important in business and to Dominicans. In Dominican society appearance is very important. People are extremely fashion conscious and believe that clothes indicate social standing and success. They take great pride in wearing good fabrics and clothes of the best standard they can afford. Designer labels, particularly those from the USA, are looked upon favorably.

 

 

 

 

 

 So dress for success global leader!!

 

 

 

                                                                                      

 

                                        Time &Small Talk

 

 

As global leader I want make sure that I am on time to all meetings and events. Dominicans strive for punctuality, but they do not always achieve their goal. So it is good to arrive on time but just know you might be waiting awhile. Meetings can also be often interrupted and several people may speak at the same time. Don’t take it to offense Dominicans just like to get their point across and be heard. Its important to know as well as a leader that you must also carry a business card with you written in both English and Spanish. This will definitely help you!

 

Dominicans enjoy small talk! Don’t feel that you are offending them by asking them about their personal lives. Trust comes first, business comes later! It’s important that they you gain there trust first before anything. They might want to talk to you about family, friends, or their hobbies. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

        So patience is key here to adapt well to this kind of environment as a global leader.

 

 

 

http://www.commisceo-global.com/country-guides/dominican-republic-guide

 

 

 

 

                                                  

                                                    Masculinity

 

The Dominican Republic is very masculine society. Gender roles in the Dominican Republic designate males as the financial providers and decision-makers, while women are seen as the nurturers and caretakers of the home.

 

 

 

 

 

“Masculine” society The behavior in school, work, and play are based on the shared values that people should “strive to be the best they can be” and that “the winner takes all”. This what  many Dominicans teach to their children .They are proud of their successes and achievements in life.

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

   As a global leader we can adapt to how this country works by respecting their traditions and beliefs. Some countries may think that women should be the one providing as well as the men. As a global leader we should be able to find a way to explain how new ideas can possibly work for their business but not say the way they have been doing things are completely wrong. I also think they we adapt by showing them, how the global leader thinks striving for success is important and you believe in the same goal they do.                          

                             

http://moon.com/2010/01/gender-roles-in-the-dominican-republic/

                                                    Language     

  As a global leader it’s important to learn at least the basic language of the country you are doing business with.

This shows more respect to Dominicans because they see you are trying .The official language spoken in the Dominican Republic is Spanish. Though there is a bit of difference because the local dialect of the Dominican Republic is called Dominican Spanish. It has some African influence and it is similar to Coastal Caribbean Spanish. An interesting fact is that Dominican Spanish uses old Spanish words that are no longer used in modern Spanish (eg Money = Dinero - Cuartos).It is common in the Dominican Spanish language to drop the letter “s”. For example “mosquitos” becomes “mosquito” and “where are you”, dondé tu esta will be dondé tu ta.

 

Here’s a fun and quick video describing what different words mean in Dominican Spanish. Check this out!  https://youtu.be/ZjXQ69hm2iQ

Dominicans are also animated they like to talk with their hands and often make gestures and use body language. "Come here" is indicated with the palm down and fingers together waving inward.

 

 

They also like to point with a puckered lip instead of a finger. If someone doesn’t understand something they wrinkle their nose. Dominicans don't believe in personal space they like to touch and be close to others around them. So as a business leader don't take it personal if you don't feel that your getting your space, this is just there way of having a conversation.

 

 

                 https://www.ciee.org/study-abroad/dominican-republic/santo-domingo/liberal-arts/

 

 

Welcome to the Dominican Republic

            

 

The Dominican Republic is situated in the heart of the Caribbean, bathed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean on the north coast and by the Caribbean Sea to the south.

 

Now many us when we think of the Dominican Republic we think about the beaches, food, music and mainly a place to vacation. Though the Dominican Republic has more to offer than then just their beautiful beaches they have committed people who enjoy doing business with others.

 

So lets guide you to right direction to becoming a great global leader here in the Dominican Republic.

 

 

Meeting & Business Etiquette

 

Now in every country the way you meet and introduce yourself to others can be very different, so its important as a global leader to do your research before you land. In the Dominican Republic it is standard to firmly shake hands and then use the following words to greet them:“ buenos dias” (Good morning), "buenas noches” (Good afternoon), or “buenas tardes”(Goodnight). Its is also is crucial to maintain eye contact and smile as it indicates interest. Dominicans will feel disrespected if you don't.

 

 

Men can shake hands firmly when they greet but close friends can embrace. Most women kiss each other on both cheeks, and a man who trusts a woman will also kiss her.

http://www.everyculture.com/Cr-Ga/Dominican-Republic.html

 

 

 

Now if you’re invited to a dinner in a Dominican home bring a gift such as chocolates or pastries. Avoid gifts that are black or purple. They are considered mourning colors. When you receive a gift especially here in America we wait to open it later at home, but Dominicans like for it to be opened when received.

                                                                           

    http://www.welcome-dominican-republic.com/Dominican-Republic-Food-Deserts.html