🇨🇷 Costa Rica Meeting Culture
Costa Rican meetings emphasize courtesy and relationship-building. Greetings are important and professional interactions often remain warm and personal.
- Set meetings in advance and share an agenda where appropriate. Prepare concise materials in Spanish if possible.
- Offer a firm handshake with direct eye contact and greet each person individually. In groups, greet the eldest/senior person first.
- Expect a friendly tone and time spent building rapport. Maintain politeness and avoid aggressive pressure.
- Send a written summary and action list, and continue follow-up to sustain the relationship.