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Index
Title
Copyright
Contents
Introduction
Acknowledgements
Dedication
Map of the Philippines
Chapter 1: First Impressions
Cultural Fatigue
Differences in Perception
Two Faces of Sincerity
Face-to-Face Situations
The Importance of Amor-propio
Chapter 2: Overview and History
Geography
History
The Filipino: Product of History
Chapter 3: People
Filipino Women
Filipino Men
Looking Behind Those Spanish Names
Start of Urban Life
Traditions
Social Values
Characteristics
Chapter 4: Socialising
Guide to Social Situations
Social Customs
Body Language
Dating Etiquette
Compadrazco: God Parenthood
Filipino Wedding
View of Foreigners
Alternative Lifestyles
Chapter 5: Settling In
Living in the Philippines
House Hunting
Househelp
Health and Hospitals
Schools / Day Care
Childcare
Banking and Taxes
Shopping
Transportation
Telecommunications
Chapter 6: Eating and Entertaining
Filipino Food
Dining at Home
Eating Out
Favourite Filipino Recipes
Chapter 7: Culture and Travel
Festivals
Brief Guide to Fiestas
Calendar of Festivals and Holidays
Art and Media
Newspapers and Magazines
Travel
Sports and Hobbies
Chapter 8: Mind Your Language
The Filipino English Accent
Language Reflects Culture
Filipino English
The Cultural Factor
Speak Softly
Filipino ‘Yes’
Learning Difficulties for Foreigners
Chapter 9: Doing Business in the Philippines
The Nationalist Factor
Minding Your Business
The Business of Telling Time
The Personalised Business Style
Dealing with the Bureaucracy
Tips on Graft
Don’t Get Personally Involved
What Makes Filipino Businessmen Tick
Government and Business
Business Etiquette
Labour and Business
The Nationalist Business Credo (1986 Constitution)
Volunteer Work
Chapter 10: Fast Facts about the Philippines
Famous People
Topics of Conversation
Acronyms
Culture Quiz
Do’s and Don’ts
Glossary
Resource Guide
Further Reading
About the Authors
Index
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