Cultural Differences at Work (U.S. vs. Mexico)

Important: All thoughts are my own and do not represent my employer or Fulbright.

Prior to coming to Mexico City, once of the areas I was most nervous about was cultural differences, particularly at work. Although I had never worked in Mexico, my business Spanish class in college had taught me certain preconceptions about Mexican work culture. For example:

  1. Mexican workplaces are very conservative. You need to come to work in heels, makeup, and a dress every day.

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