ABOUT UNDERSTANDING

ABOUT  

UNDERSTANDING

------ ideas and observations 

on cross-cultural communication on the telephone

In this blog , I would  like to talk about cross-cultural communication  from reading the business article. In addition, a five-part presentation on cross-cultural communication consists of a discussion of cultural differences in interpersonal communication and an article from a every country-language publication concerning telephone use skills in a foreign country. Cultural differences in communication are divided into when to talk, what to say, pacing and pausing,  the art of listening, intonation, what is conventional and what is not in a language,  degree of indirectness and cohesion and coherence.

Examples of these observations about communications skills. It is concluded that cross-cultural communication presents a double-bind: the need to be connected to others and the need not to be imposed upon and that, in certain cultural situations, individuals must compromise these needs in order to communicate.

An analogy is made between cross-cultural communication and a route on which someone has turned the signs around: the familiar signposts are there, but they don't lead in the right direction. we can find that the format  in Communications of business have a lot. Which come from many countries. we can choose how we can communicate in that particular situation as a creatively and body mindfully as possible to generate new possibilities for our relationships instead of reacting according our cultural programming

However,  in the matter of conversation in the current. I think that it is something that should make it correct and polite because it was considered as a unique important for each the country. Although I could not have articulated this belief as I was growing up, I believed a “good communicator” was someone who was articulate, clear, and talked a lot.  I developed the conviction that what we need in order to communicate skillfully is something I came to term “body mindfulness,” an integral approach to becoming aware of and adjusting our inner state.

Giving your opinion

Ten Expressions to Use In Speaking And Writing

1. In my opinion, this one would be better.
2. To my mind this one's better.
3. If you ask me, this one's better.
4. To my way of thinking, this one's fine.
5. In my view, this one is best.
6. Know what I think? That one's best.
7. I'd say tomorrow that one's better.
8. What I think is that one's better.
9. For me, that one's better.
10. I tell you what I think, that one's best.   

How To Use These Phrases In Your English

1. 'In my opinion' is the classic expression - but it's not the only one. Use moderately.
2. 'To my mind' is a common spoken form - and you can use it in writing, too.
3. 'If you ask me' is very, very common in spoken English, and can come first or last in a sentence.
4. 'To my way of thinking' is often used with emphasis on 'my' to give a strong opinion.
5. 'In my view' is common in spoken and written English.
6. The abbreviated question '(Do you) know what I think?' is very popular and is not rude.
7. The conditional structure I'd say is rarely taught as a conditional, but this is one of the most common ways of giving an opinion in English.
8. 'For me' is like 2 and 5.
9. 10 is similar to 6, and is quite direct.

Telephone Message No.2

Ms Anne (sales representative Jewels and Things): ring ring ... ring ring ... ring ring ...

Secretary (Jennifer): Hello, Diamonds Galore, this is Jennifer speaking. How may I be of help to you today?

Ms Anne: Yes, this is I’m Anne calling. May I speak to Mr. Franks, please?

Jennifer:  I'm afraid Mr. Franks is out of the office at the moment. Would you like me to take a message?

Ms Anne: Uhm... actually, this call is rather urgent. We spoke yesterday about a delivery problem that Mr. Franks mentioned. Did he leave any information with you?

Jennifer: As a matter of fact, he did. He said that a representative from your company might be calling. He also asked me to ask you a few questions..

Ms Anne: Great, I'd love to see this problem resolved as quickly as possible.

Jennifer: Well, we still haven't received the shipment of earrings that was supposed to arrive last Tuesday.

Ms Anne: Yes, I'm terribly sorry about that. In the meantime, I've spoken with our delivery department and they assured me that the earrings will be delivered by tomorrow morning.

Jennifer: Excellent, I'm sure Mr. Franks will be pleased to hear that.

Ms Anne: Yes, the shipment was delayed from France. We weren't able to send along your shipment until this morning.

Jennifer: I see. Mr. Franks also wanted to schedule a meeting with you later this week.

Ms Anne: Certainly, what is he doing on Thursday afternoon?

Jennifer: I'm afraid he's meeting with some clients out of town. How about Thursday morning?

Ms. Anne: Unfortunately, I'm seeing someone else on Thursday morning. Is he doing anything on Friday morning?

Jennifer: No, it looks like he's free then.

Ms. Anne: Great, should I come by at 9?

Jennifer: Well, he usually holds a staff meeting at nine. It only lasts a half an hour or so. How about 10?

Ms. Anne: Yes, 10 would be great.

Jennifer: OK, I'll schedule that. Ms Anne at 10, Friday Morning... Is there anything else I can help you with?

Ms Anne: No, I think that's everything. Thank you for your help... Goodbye.

Jennifer: Goodbye.

Speech Bubbles

Speech Bubbles

At the department store and restaurant IBA

At the department store and restaurant IBA 4/54A

Asking about products

In Department store

Som: Tal want Skin care  and shampoo. Now, she and my friend, Moodang Gam and Som , are going to the department store.

Tal: A new department store! We can give the Skin care  and shampoo here.

Moodang: Wow! department store sell everthing these days.Gam: The sign says "Your every personal need." Good. I need to pick up a few thing.

Moodang: Don't take all day, we're in a hurry, and the Skin care  and shampoo is our only real priority.

Tal: Ok

reception

Tal: Excuse me. I need to get some shampoo. What aisle is it in?

Rabbit: The shampoo is in the far aisle, near the door.
Shampoo Boot

Tal: Can you recommended one? My hair's been very dry lately.
Lek: For dry hair, I'd suggest this brand. But I'll give you a tip: use a good shampoo like this one and then this conditioner. It really does the trick.
Tal: "All body Conditioner."
Lek: It's fabulous! It gives your hair body and makes it smooth and shiny.

Tal: I'll take it! Thank you very much.

reception
Gam: Excuse me. I need to get some Skin care  . What aisle is it in?

Rabbit: The Skin care  is in the far aisle, near the windows.

Skin care Boot

Gam: Can you introduce about Skin care  ?

Yee: This is Innovation of Cleansing From Japan , Fesh Up Beauty Co.,Ltd. We discover problems caused by sun-ray, pollution and UV which darkened and roughened our skin. We turned older with blemish and freckles. Company were as well keen to find the skin problems. Everyone has very well-rounded knowledge and specialization in face & body skin care.

Chonlee: They then cooperated to innovate Face Detox (Rosy Baby face) under the brand name “Fesh Up” fore treating and taking care of skin that exposed to sun-ray, pollution, UV and other factors.This product made from the secret and miracle formula from Japan and can turn skin pinkish shining as well.

Gam: I'll take it! Thank you very much.

Som: Hey my friend! I learned about this terrific new ultrasonic toothbrush. They sold me! and this new miracle toothpaste. And...Moodang: I thought our only real priority was your Skin care  and shampoo.

Gam: I buy skin care is the finish.

Tal: I buy shampoo is the finish.

Moodang: aha OK

In Restaurant

WAITER: Good Evening sir, welcome to our restaurant.

GUEST: Good Evening!

Waiter: Can I help you?

GUEST: A table for five please.

Waiter: This way.

Waiter: Here is a menu. What would you like?

GUEST: Do you have any suggestions for Thai food?

Waiter: I have tomyam kung , phat kra phrao, kaeng kai , kaeng khiaowan and kaengphet.

GUEST: I want to tomyam noodle

GUEST: I want to Clear Soup and rice

GUEST: I want to Chicken Rice.

GUEST: I want to curry rice.

GUEST: I want to curry rice.

Waiter: What drink do you want?

GUEST:  I want water.

WAITER: Kindly wait, your order will be delivered within 5-10 minutes.

GUEST: OK.

 After Five Minutes

WAITER: Here is your order sir.

GUEST: Please bring one Coke also.

WAITER: Yes sir.

After having the meal

WAITER: Do you want anything else?

GUEST: No, I don’t want anything else. Can I have the bill please?

WAITER:  Ok. Just a moment.

WAITER: Altogether, that will be 500 baht

GUEST: Here you are.

GUEST: This is your bill and tip also.

WAITER: Thank you

GUEST: The food was quite good and your service also.

WAITER: Thanks a lot! please do visit next time and have very wonderful night.

GUEST: I will.

Telephone Message IBA 1

Telephone Message IBA 1

Jennifer : Good morning. May I help you?

Annie : Yes,please. I’d like to order Diamonds.

Jennifer : We have many different types of products. What do you want to order?

Annie : I want an pink earring and how much is it?

Jennifer : One hundred and twenty thousand baht.

Annie : That ' s too expensive. How about a discount?

Jennifer : In case of paying by cash we can make a better price.

Annie : Of course, l pay you cash.

Jennifer : Make it fifteen percent discount, sir.

Annie : Ok, thank you.

Jennifer : You’re welcome.

GOODBYE 2012, HELLO 2013

Happy New Year

2013

Good-bye 2012! You sucked. Hello 2013! I'd like to make sure you're off  to a great start.A fresh new slate,Which is what I love about this year.Oh, the anticipation and the possibilities.

I hope all of you,my reader  and those of you who pop in and out,have a peaceful, healthful, loving and friend-full New Year.

SUGAR :)