- Tip 1
- Portugal has made very significant economic and commercial strides since the Revolution of 1974 opened to the rest of the world. It is no longer a predominantly agrarian society and boasts an increasingly high standard of living.
- Tip 2
- However, change comes slowly in what is still a conservative and traditional country - hierarchy and paternalistic management style still persist and many would say are still the norm.
- Tip 3
- Government-run corporations dominate the economic landscape despite a number of high-profile privatisations.
- Tip 4
- As companies (both state-owned and private) tend towards the hierarchical, decision-making powers lie in the hands of a few senior managers at the top of the organisation.
- Tip 5
- Make sure you are dealing with the right people. Don't waste time trying to get people to make decisions who do not have the real authority anyway.
- Tip 6
- Management style is paternalistic and mangers are expected to manage through giving clear instructions.
- Tip 7
- Subordinates will rarely disagree openly with senior people - they will however raise any concerns in private.
- Tip 8
- Mangers are expected to be authoritarian but also to be caring. They should take an interest in the well-being of colleagues who will, in turn, be expected to show loyalty.
- Tip 9
- Mangers are expected to be authoritarian but also to be caring. They should take an interest in the well-being of colleagues who will, in turn, be expected to show loyalty.
- Tip 10
- Decisions are often taken in small lobbying sessions prior to the meeting. Try to become part of this pre-meeting lobbying process.
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