Georgia - Culture Smart!

Natia Abramia is a London-based journalist; she s been working for the BBC for over a decade. Prior to that Natia lived in Tbilisi, Georgia where she worked as a TV presenter and reporter.After completing her MA in International Journalism at Cardiff University, Natia entered the field of television documentary production. She has been involved in films based in locations from the Balkans to Kashmir, on a range of topics including multiculturalism and diversity. Natia also used to teach Conflict Reporting and Media Management at the Georgian Institute of Public Affairs.As a multi-platform producer, Natia has made radio and TV programmes and managed various discussion platforms and social media pages for BBC programs. Currently she covers breaking and developing news on British politics and international affairs for the BBC s News Channel.In addition to her work as a journalist, Natia acts as a PR trainer works and as a newsroom management consultant, helping media stations to run their newsrooms in more cost-effective ways.Culture shock and the effects of reverse culture shock are of great interest to Natia, and inspired her to write Culture Smart! Georgia. The guide looks at how the present day culture was formed in her home country. and provides practical tips for tourists, diplomats, journalists and business people on how to best communicate with the locals and what makes them tick.

• Brief History Politics - Economic Life Traditions - Friendships & Family Relationships Bureaucracy Religion Humour - Local Holidays Taboos Invitations Gifts Dress - Business etiquette - Punctuality & Appointments - Team working Communication Negotiating - Women in Society Tips - Eating Out - Traditional Food - Dos and Don t - Making Friends

Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers...' Sunday Times Travel, ' the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries.' Global Travel, ' full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas.' Observer, ' as useful as they are entertaining.' Easy Jet Magazine, ' offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world.' New York Times