Working relationships in the US
• Personal competence, professionalism, and accountability for individual
performance are highly valued in American business culture. As a result, managers
are only approached for help in essential situations. These concepts also contribute
to the highly competitive work ethic often experienced in the US.
• Developing personal relationships are not as significant in US business culture as
they are in some Asian countries. In the United States, the overall goal of business is
to secure the best deal, therefore forming company relationships are of greater value.
• It is common for Americans to make clear distinctions between work colleagues and
friends in their social life. In the US, meetings tend to be rather formal and little time
is spent on cultivating social relationships.