In his role as the production manager for a small defense contractor,John has just been sent unexpectedly to a meeting with a group of Saudi Arabian managers to try to convince them to purchase weapons systems from his company.Which of the following should he probably try to avoid doing during the meeting?
A) attempting to expedite the decision making
B) getting to know the other managers personally
C) paying close attention to nonverbal and situational cues
D) spending a lot of time on small talk

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In Saudi Arabian business culture, decision-making processes tend to be slower and more deliberate, emphasizing consensus and relationship building. Attempting to expedite the decision-making process could be seen as disrespectful or pushy, potentially harming the business relationship.

In His Role as the Production Manager for a Small