People of different ethnic and religious backgrounds were able to do business together despite language and other barriers. They recognized that to get what they wanted; they had to give something in return. There was a form of partnership based on mutual benefit. That partnership was underpinned by 'tolerance'.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People of different ethnic and religious backgrounds could do business together despite barriers, recognizing they needed to give something in return, forming mutually beneficial partnerships based on tolerance.
- In plain terms
- Cross‑cultural business works through mutual benefit and tolerance.
- What can you take from it?
- Build partnerships on give‑and‑take and respect.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes cross‑cultural partnerships succeed?
- How to handle misunderstandings?
Another view
Language and legal differences can still hinder cooperation.
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