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Communication Style

The Guyanese are known to be very direct and to the point. Honesty is appreciated and expected. Example: Being called “fat” is more a compliment. If your hair is shaggy, it’s “ugly;” time for a haircut.
Humor plays a big role in communication.
Public displays of anger and affection are common among the Guyanese.
In business settings, communication tends to be more indirect and round-about, especially when it comes to getting directions from above.

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