Any attempt to speak Spanish is appreciated by your Mexican counterparts and is seen as a gesture of goodwill. Demonstrating knowledge and appreciation of Mexican culture wins friends. Mexicans are very proud of their independence and have a very strong sense of national identity and pride. Never compare the way things are done in Mexico with the way they are done in the United States. Note differences in class and status in Mexico, for such differences are important.
Little things count.
Not saying good-bye, for example, may well offend and adversely affect your relationship to a much greater extent than it would in the United States. Especially for Women Women should prepare for some difficulty when doing business in Mexico. Because some Mexican businessmen you encounter may not have had many dealings with women in positions of authority, you should demonstrate your competence, skill and authority. Talk and behavior considered sexist and inappropriate in the United States may well have to be endured in Mexico. Mexican men, business colleagues included, will pay foreign businesswomen many compliments and may even be flirtatious.