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COUNTRY OVERVIEW

The United States of America

As the world’s largest advanced economy, the United States plays a defining role in global business. American workplace culture is direct, fast-moving, and results-driven, shaped by values of independence, achievement, and efficiency. Communication is typically clear and explicit, and meetings emphasize action, deadlines, and accountability.

Business interactions in the U.S. often center on expertise, problem-solving, and measurable performance. Understanding these expectations is key to building effective partnerships with American teams in multinational environments.

Location
North America
Official language
English (Spanish widely spoken in many regions)
Workweek
Monday to Friday
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Key industries

Technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, entertainment, professional services.

Time zones

GMT−5 (Eastern) to GMT−10 (Hawaii–Aleutian). Most business aligns with Eastern, Central, Mountain, and Pacific.

Economy

The world’s largest economy, driven by consumer demand, innovation, and global trade—with advanced markets and a strong startup ecosystem.

Society

Diverse and multicultural with strong expectations around inclusion. 350+ languages are spoken at home.

LEARNING RESOURCES

Learning resources for working with U.S. teams

Practical tools to help you communicate, collaborate, and perform effectively in American business environments.

Business culture e-learning module

Business Culture in the United States

Explore the Business Culture E-Learning Module

This interactive module explores the values, behaviors, communication patterns, and workplace expectations that shape American business culture. You will learn how U.S. professionals:

  • Approach meetings and deadlines
  • Communicate directly and concisely
  • Expect individual accountability
  • Prioritize efficiency and problem-solving
  • Build trust through performance and expertise
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Knowledge check quiz

Knowledge Check

Test Your Understanding

Complete a short quiz to review key insights about U.S. business culture. The knowledge check reinforces:

  • communication expectations
  • decision-making preferences
  • meeting behaviors
  • leadership style
  • everyday workplace norms
Start Knowledge Check
Business essentials guide PDF

Quick Business Essentials Guide (PDF)

Download the United States Business Essentials Guide

Download a concise 3-page PDF summarizing practical tips for communicating, leading, collaborating, and conducting business in the United States. This guide is ideal for quick preparation before meetings, calls, or international project work.

Download PDF Guide

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United States — FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What will I learn in the U.S. business culture eLearning module?

The module introduces the key values and behaviours that shape professional life in the United States. You will learn about communication style, leadership expectations, decision-making, teamwork, meetings and common workplace norms, supported by practical examples.

Who should take this module?

This module is ideal for professionals working with U.S.-based teams, clients or stakeholders, including global team members, managers, offshore teams and those preparing for U.S. projects.

What is included in the U.S. Knowledge Check?

The Knowledge Check is a short quiz that reinforces communication expectations, meeting behaviours, decision-making styles and everyday workplace norms in the U.S.

What does the U.S. Business Essentials PDF provide?

The PDF summarises the most important insights from the module and provides practical tips for communication, leadership, collaboration and meetings in an American business context.

Can I revisit the module and materials at any time?

Yes. As long as your Culture Hub licence is active, you can revisit the eLearning module, retake the Knowledge Check and download the PDF whenever needed.

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