CultureShock! Philippines: A Survival Guide to Customs and Etiquette (Culture Shock!)

CultureShock! Philippines is a survival guide for anyone living, working, or wanting to discover life in the Philippines. Settling into a foreign land is never easy, but with this book you will learn to understand the importance of "amor-propio", appreciate the Filipino ways, and learn about the history and culture of this diverse country. Find out the importance of family to the Filipinos, how to communicate with the locals, and learn the appropriate business etiquette. Packed with a resource guide, glossary, contact numbers, website addresses, and useful advice, CultureShock! Philippines is essential for anyone wanting to fit in and enjoy life in the Philippines 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 Double & Multiple Stars, And How To Observe Them' Is Written Specially For Practical Amateur Astronomers Who Not Only Want To Observe, But Want To Know And Understand The Details Of Exactly What They Are Looking At. It Is A Mine Of Information For All Levels Of Amateur Observers, From The Beginner To The Experienced. A survival guide for anyone living, working or wanting to discover life in the Philippines. Learn to appreciate the Filipino ways, and learn about the history and culture of this diverse country. Discover how to communicate with the locals, and learn the appropriate business etiquette