Jeremy Williams' "Don't They Know It's Friday?"
A Guide to Surviving in the Gulf for Westerners from Different Cultures
Jeremy Williams's Don't They Know It's Friday is a must-read and fun handbook for people from other countries who live and work in the Arabian Gulf. The book is meant to assist Westerners understand the complicated social, cultural, and business norms of the Middle East. It covers everything from how to act in business to how to talk to people, how to work during the week, and how to be sensitive to religious beliefs.
Williams, who lived in the area for years, writes in a clear and funny way that helps readers avoid cultural mistakes and develop better, more respectful relationships at work and in social settings.
This book is a must-have for anyone who wants to do well in the Gulf region's unique cultural landscape, whether you're new to the area or have lived there for a long time.
Why You Will Love This Book:
Easy to understand and useful: talks about important cultural differences and how to deal with them
Business and Lifestyle Focus: Talks about anything from business meetings to wedding customs
A light and funny tone makes learning about being sensitive to other cultures fun.
A must-have for HR onboarding in the Middle East, trusted by expats and employers
A Quote to Remember
"Cultural awareness isn't about being right; it's about getting things done."
Translation into Sinhala
"Understanding culture is not about being right, it's about being efficient."
Translation of Tamil
"Is "கலாச்சார விழிப்புணர்வு" right? No, it should be useful."
Now at Booxworm.lk
You can get Don't They Know It's Friday by Jeremy Williams from Booxworm.lk or come to our store in Colombo to get the information that every expat in the Gulf needs.
Physical Store Location:
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About the Book
Don't They Know It's Friday?
Jeremy Williams is the author.
ISBN: 9781900988908
Publisher: Motivate Publishing
Year of Publication: 2008
Pages: About 100 (Paperback)
Business, culture, the Middle East, expat life, and travel are all genres.
