Corb7 International April 28, 2021 Newsletter

International Business 

Editor's Note

Welcome!

It is my sincere honor and privilege to welcome Candace Smith as a regular contributor to our publication.  Candace is an international business etiquette expert and blogger with over three hundred etiquette articles online.    Her straightforward etiquette solutions are aimed to solve social and workplace challenges of daily and professional life.  At a time when everyone's life is fast pace and challenging, maintaining good professional manners and decorum is a must.  Please checkout her website and join me in welcoming her.

Candace Smith Etiquette

   

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International Business 

Business Psychology

The Language of Success

by Toni Delos Santos
90% Mental
90percentmental.com
   

  When we are communicating there are all types of language that we can use. We could use powerful language, bad language, or politically correct language.  These can all be effective given the situation. It has been determined by experts that 93% of all communication is non-verbal. Our initial feeling about a person will come from the way we read their body language. When you board a plane and first sit down, you can tell right away if the person sitting next you is going to be chatty or keep to themselves. As you are approaching the seat and a person has their head down and arms crossed, you will pick up on the fact that they are not open for conversation. We all make judgments on people based on their body language.

According to Alex Todorov at Princeton, seventy percent of gubernatorial races and U.S. Senate outcomes can be predicted by judgements made in one second of looking at a political candidate’s face. The way we carry ourselves can have a big impact on getting hired for a job, recruited to a D1 school to play a sport, or even get invited to attend a social gathering. I am sure that we have all been around the person that “wears everything on their sleeve!” The minute they walk into the office, you will immediately know what kind of day they are having. If they are having a bad day, it can suck the energy out of the room.

Our bodies are designed to regulate our hormones based on what is needed. When we encounter danger or a stressful situation, cortisol is produced by the adrenal gland. On the flip side of that, when we feel powerful and confident, our body produces more testosterone. A powerful leader will have higher levels of testosterone and lower levels of cortisol. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a way, we could make this happen? Science has shown that we can produce these results based on our body language. When we feel powerful, we automatically show it in our body language. However, when we do not feel powerful or confident, we will also convey that through our body language. The great news is that we can consciously use our body language to produce the powerful and dominant feeling that we want to have when presenting to a group, closing a big deal, or pitching to a home run hitter!

I want you to do a quick 10 second experiment: 

- Sit in a chair with your elbows on your knees and your head down for 5 seconds.
- Now, sit up tall shoulders back and smile for 5 seconds.

I am willing to bet that in 5 seconds you went from being tired and maybe feeling a little down to having energy and feeling happy. Whenever my kids are grumpy, I always tell them to smile because it is literally impossible to be in a bad mood when you are smiling! Wonder Woman has the signature pose of standing tall with her chest out and hands on her hips. This is one of the power poses that will open you up to have that powerful feeling. Usain Bolt, one of the greatest sprinters of all time would raise his hands in victory when he won a race. This is another pose that will set you up for success.

Amy Cuddy, Social Psychologist and body language expert says, “Don’t fake it until you make it, fake it until you become it.”  

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International Business 

Offshore Perspective

Turks & Caicos Investment & Tourism Seminar

With less than 40,000 inhabitants, the Turks and Caicos Islands may be one of the Caribbean’s smallest territories, but it certainly punches above its weight. Boasting spectacular coral reefs, luxurious hotels and exotic wildlife, the islands have gained a well-deserved reputation as something of a hidden gem and a wealth of untapped investment opportunities to be seized.

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Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM UTC 

To Register 

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International Business   

Business Etiquette

 Politely Nudge an Email Response

 by Candace Smith
The Etiquette Blog
Candace Smith Etiquette


   Sometimes it’s necessary to nudge a response from someone, particularly in the case of email.  We are all busy, with lots of information coming at us at what feels like a constant, rapid pace.  When certain messages aren’t handled immediately, it is far too easy to let them sink unnoticed back in your inbox. Especially when new emails are coming through, demanding your attention!

However, when a well-intended nudge crosses the line into what feels like a push or a shove, the boundaries of “polite” have been crossed.  No longer is the shield of courtesy in place. Things can begin to feel rude.  

We definitely want to avoid this edgy experience.  But on email the bind is there, as you really do want a person to respond to you.  It’s only a guessing game when it comes to knowing why the recipient of your message hasn’t responded and it’s not polite to ask why you haven’t gotten a response.

While You Wait
As you walk the tightrope of waiting for someone to respond to your email and deciding if you should nudge a response, your mind may play with various scenarios of following up or how you will react when you finally hear from the person.

In order to remain in polite territory, keep the following suggestions in mind:

- Keep your emotions in check.  
- Don’t accuse or insinuate impoliteness.
-Evaluate whether you are trying to correct the person for putting you out of sorts.
-Reassess all the possible reasons your email has gone untended:  over-full inbox, opened and slipped into opened mail, person has been away from email, and so on.
-Make a note to yourself that if you haven’t heard by a certain date, you will reach out.
-When that time comes, assess whether you want to respond.  Some things may be better left alone.

We’re always sensing the waters of “polite” to know where and when to put the oar in. Whether you choose to be subtle or direct when you nudge a response from someone, always intend to be respectful.  Even if your gesture is not read that way, you’re in an easy line for a quick apology.

Next, decide if you should send a new email or if you should forward the previous message chain with your response request.  This will depend on the importance and type of the information in the message chain.

Forwarding your previously sent email:

- “Hi John, I’m wondering if there is anything I can do to help with this form.”
- “Hello Kelly, I hope this doesn’t feel like I’m rushing you.  What do you think about this plan?”
- “Hey, good morning, Charlie!  This is just a little nudge to say that we should get to solving this soon.  Looking forward to it.”
- “Mary, this probably slipped into opened mail. Curious what you think.  How should we proceed?”
After the salutation when sending a new email: - “Regarding the Johnson offer, may we consider a deadline?  I'm available if you'd like to speak by phone."
- “What are your thoughts about our upcoming meeting on Wednesday?"
- “I am reaching out and hoping all is well.  We haven't been in touch.” 
- “Just wondering if you received the invitation to our party this week.  Please let me know if you and Charles can come.  We sure hope so!”
 

It helps me to remember that when I get an email, the guideline is to respond within the first twenty-four hours.  My response may be that I intend to respond later, but at least the person with whom I am corresponding knows that they are a priority, “John, I received your email and will get back to you this week after I have a chance to work on our proposal.”  

We are all busy people and things slip away from us.  This is why it is completely appropriate to nudge a response from someone.  The key is to do so etiquette-fully, keeping kindness and respect at the forefront of your reminder.

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Lifestyle

Executive Fitness

How to Live Longer

There are many reasons to get in shape. Weight loss is a prime motivator, as is reversing a negative health effect, such as high cholesterol or increased diabetes risk. Routine exercise also can improve life expectancy.

WebMD says exercise keeps the body and brain healthy. That's why exercise should be an important component of daily life no matter one's age.

Research published in the journal Immune Aging found that how people age is 75 percent lifestyle and only 25 percent genetics, which underscores the importance of the lifestyle choices people make.

Cardio-respiratory fitness

Many health experts say that cardio-respiratory fitness may be just as valuable a metric to determine overall health as blood pressure and lipid levels. People with a high aerobic capacity can deliver oxygen to tissues and cells efficiently to fuel exercise, according to data recently published in the journal Aging & Disease. In a study involving 11,335 women, researchers compared V02 max, also known as aerobic capacity, in women with mortality data. Women who were fit from a cardiovascular perspective had a lower death rate from all causes, irrespective of the women's weight.

Manage stress and mood

Exercise has direct stress-busting benefits that can promote longevity. The Mayo Clinic says physical activity can increase the production of endorphins, which are the body's feel-good neurotransmitters. In addition, exercise can imitate the effects of stress, helping the body adjust its flight or fight response accordingly, and help them cope with mildly stressful situations. While engaged in exercise, people may forget about their problems as they are focused on the activity at hand.

Improve bone health

Strength training and physical activity can stave off the effects of frailty and osteoporosis, which affects bone strength. A study published in the Journal of Internal Medicine in 2017 found that hip fractures are associated with diminished quality of life and survival among the elderly. One in three adults aged 50 and over dies within 12 months of suffering a hip fracture, and older adults have a five- to eight-times greater risk of dying within three months following a hip fracture. Building muscle strength, balance and bone density through exercise can reduce falls and frailty, helping to prevent fracture-related health risks.

Addresses sarcopenia

The health and wellness resource Healthline defines sarcopenia as the loss of muscle mass specifically related to aging. Doctors once considered this muscle loss inevitable, and it can affect stamina and lead to weakness. However, new indications suggest that exercise is the main treatment regimen for sarcopenia, particularly resistance training. This is designed to improve muscle strength and help balance hormone levels by turning protein into energy for older adults.

These are just some of the ways exercise can help older adults live longer, healthier lives.

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Lifestyle  

International Spirits & Cuisine

The Perfect Mint Julep

Mint Juleps are the official drink of the Kentucky Derby.  Since the 147th Run for the Roses is Saturday we thought you might enjoy this video that we came acoss. 

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Lifestyle 

Leisure & Style

 

The Kentucky Derby 2021

Few sporting events are shrouded in history and tradition as much as the Kentucky Derby. Billed as the "the fastest two minutes in sports," the Derby began in 1875 and is celebrated each year on the first Sunday in May.

Many horse racing fans make entire weekends out of the Derby, planning their celebrations months in advance of the race. The Derby will have a live viewing audience this Saturday.  Churchill Downs has a regular capacity of 165,000, including general admission tickets. About 55,000 to 60,000 tickets are reserved seats. At 50% capacity of those seats, the track could welcome anywhere between 20,000 and 30,000 fans. At 25% to 30% general admission tickets in the infield, there could be an additional 15,000 fans. So altogether, about 45,000 or so fans could be in attendance on the first Saturday in May.

For those who cannot travel to Churchill Downs and attend the race in person, viewing parties are available all over the globe.

The pageantry surrounding the Kentucky Derby is well documented, but the following are a few interesting tidbits about the famed "Run for the Roses®."

· The Kentucky Derby began when Meriwether Lewis Clark traveled to Europe and attended the Epsom Derby in England. Clark was inspired to create a similar horse racing event in America.

· 2021 marks the 147th running of the race.

· Each year, roughly 120,000 mint juleps are consumed at Churchill Downs. Th mint julep is the traditional drink of the Derby, and it is made with Kentucky bourbon, simple syrup, mint, crushed ice, and powdered sugar.

· Secretariat is the fastest horse in Derby history, crossing the finish line in less than two minutes.

· There have been 19 winning horses in Kentucky Derby history whose names begin with the letter "S".

· On Derby Day, the infield at Churchill Downs  typically hosts 80,000 celebrants.

· The Kentucky Derby race track is 11/4 miles, which has been the standard since 1896. The first Derby races were slightly longer, at 11/2 miles.

· Male horses win the race more often than females. Of the 40 fillies to compete throughout Derby history, only three have won.

· Elegantly dressed women donning over-the-top hats usually grace Churchill Downs for the race. Many begin planning their styles and securing their hats weeks in advance.

· The best finish for a female jockey at the Derby was fifth place. Rosie Napravnik finished fifth while riding Mylute in 2013.

· "The Run for the Roses" refers to the red rose blanket that will be draped over the winner of the Derby.

Hope you can enjoy the Kentucky Derby this weekend!

• The 2021 Kentucky Derby will air on May 1 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. ET on NBCSN and from 2:30 to 7:30 p.m. ET on NBC. Coverage is also available to stream live on NBCSports.com and on the NBC Sports app. Post time for the 2021 Kentucky Derby is set for approximately 6:57 p.m. ET. Riders-up will be approximately 6:30 ET
• Breeders’ Cup Juvenile winner and Champion 2-Year-Old Male "Essential Quality" leads the 20-horse field as the 2-1 favorite from the No. 14 position in the 147th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. 

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Lifestyle

Travel

Croatia this Summer?

According to a report in yesterday's Wall Street Journal, both Croatia and Greece have open their borders to all travelers who can provide proof of completed vaccination against COVID-19.  Thus, Croatia might be the hottest European summer destination for 2021.  Prior to the pandemic, this country located along the Adriatic Sea was already quickly becoming a trending vacation spot.  Croatia is a warm and historic destination that you might want to include in your plans after the COVID-19 crisis is over. It remains one of our our favorite European journeys.  

Croatia COVID- 19 Information

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Business Services

Business Acquisitions

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* 113-Year-Old Vintage US Corporation
Established in the year 1908 
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Shelf corporations in the United States have many profound business purposes. They are frequently used for holding personal or business assets.  Another common purpose for the creation of a shelf corporation is as a turn-key business package that can later be sold to someone who wants to start and operate a company without going through the effort to form a new one.   Others might benefit who may not qualify for a bank loan, line of credit, or government contract because they or their existing company does not have the required credit scores or a two to five year established business history.  By purchasing a shelf corporation, an entrepreneur now instantly owns an established company that has been “in business” for several years without debts or liabilities.

For Non-U.S. citizens, owning a shelf corporation in the United States may enhance privacy and open new markets.  Since the United States is not a participant in the OECD Common Reporting Standards, it is often looked upon as a privacy haven for non-citizens looking to invest here.  The Common Reporting Standard (“CRS”),  was created by the OECD in 2014 pursuant to a meeting of the G-20 nations in Australia and calls for the automatic exchange of financial account information between agreeing jurisdictions.

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