Greetings

• Australians shake hands at the beginning and end of meetings. Women often give a kiss on the cheek.
• Australians tire of hearing tourists overuse the informal "G'day" greeting.

• Full names are used initially; however, Australians are quick to go to a first-name basis.
• Long academic or professional titles do not impress Australians.

• Most executives are friendly and relatively easy to approach. Make your arrangements one month in advance, and confirm them by phone.

• Presentations filled with hype and excitement may inspire Australians to deflate the presenter with caustic humor.
• Australians sometimes emphasize profit over market share.

• In an Australian pub, each person is responsible for buying a round of drinks. Never miss your turn to "shout for a round."