[Culture Smart! 01] • Kazakhstan · Culture Smart! by Zhansagimova, Dina -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Title Page Copyright About the Author Contents Map of Kazakhstan Introduction Key Facts Chapter 1: Land and People

• Geography • Climate • The People • The Languages • A Brief History • Government and Politics • The Economy • The Environment

Chapter 2: Values and Attitudes

• Traditional Kazakh Values • Spiritual Values • The Soviet Legacy • Religion • Position and Power • Women • Attitudes Toward Education • Attitudes Toward Work

Chapter 3: Customs and Traditions

• Birth and Infancy • Weddings • Mourning and Remembrance • Traditional Horseback Games • Public Holidays • Subbotnik

Chapter 4: Making Friends

• Friendship • Attitudes Toward Foreigners • Invitations Home • Entertaining • Dating

Chapter 5: At Home

• Housing • The Household • The Daily Round • Everyday Shopping • Children • Education • Health Care

Chapter 6: Time Out

• Eating Out • Nightlife • Cultural Life • Sports and Outdoor Activities • Shopping for Pleasure • Some “Must-See” Attractions

Chapter 7: Travel, Health, and Safety

• Intercity Travel • Getting Around Town • Where to Stay • Health • Safety and Security

Chapter 8: Business Briefing

• The Business Environment • Management Culture • Labor Relations • Personal Relationships • Business Correspondence • Meetings • Presentations • Negotiations • Contracts • Managing Disagreements • Women in Business • Corruption • Business Gifts

Chapter 9: Communicating

• Language • Body Language • Forms of Address • Humor • The Media • Services • Conclusion