United States (East)

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United States (East) Business etiquette and meeting customs

America/New_York

What kind of meeting?

Strict punctuality

Arrive on time or a few minutes early — being late makes a poor impression.

Meeting Culture

Recommended duration30-60 min
Communication StyleDirect and efficient
Greeting StyleFirm handshake

Daily Schedule

Work Hours09:00 – 17:00
Breakfast07:00 – 08:00
Lunch12:00 – 13:00
Dinner18:00 – 19:00
Sleep23:00 – 07:00

Tips for Meetings

For the kind of meeting you chose above.

Dress Code

Business formal or smart casual

Tone

Professional, agenda-driven

  • ·Send agenda beforehand
  • ·Stick to scheduled time slots
  • ·Follow up with action items via email

General Tips

  • ·Start and end on time
  • ·Small talk is brief
  • ·Follow up with email summary
  • ·Respect calendar invites strictly

Cultural Notes

  • ·Working lunch is common
  • ·Eastern time zone

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Cultural information is for general guidance only and may not reflect every individual's practices.

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