| Do's |
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| Emphasize past and present relationships |
| Establish common ground |
| Espouse mutual cooperation |
| Learn and follow form or
protocol |
| Listen and learn |
| Start with small changes |
| Show organizational savvy |
| Provide a bigger picture |
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| Taboos |
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| Sell your accomplishments or personal history |
| Ignore protocol or ceremonies |
| Impose your ideas or changes without knowing current situation well |
| Place profits over people |
| Listen poorly |
| Focus on the individual over the team |