A professional visit to Dubai benefits from understanding local customs, from suitable business clothing to greetings and meeting etiquette. Knowing what to expect can help international travellers prepare for productive meetings.
Prepare Your Business Location
Having a central location to conduct your business meetings is quite important, and travellers staying at Al Najada Doha Hotel by Tivoli can do this with ease of mind. Those comparing the best hotels in Doha can consider practical facilities and location when organising a wider Gulf business trip.
Choose Appropriate Business Attire
Professional clothing in Dubai should be neat, polished and modest. Men can choose tailored suits, smart trousers and shirts, while women can select professional dresses, skirts or suits that provide suitable coverage for formal meetings and corporate settings.
Handle Greetings with Courtesy
A handshake using the right hand is a common professional greeting, accompanied by eye contact and a warm smile. When greeting someone of another gender, it is considerate to wait and follow their lead regarding physical contact, while business cards should be presented and received with the right hand.
Approach Meetings with Respect
Punctuality is important, while meetings may also include time for introductions, conversation and relationship-building before business begins. Using appropriate titles, communicating clearly, and remaining patient can help create a respectful professional environment when meeting Dubai-based contacts.
