In South and Latin America the North American come-here sign is
a romantic gesture.
A more polite way to beckon someone is to place the palm down
and gently sweep your fingers toward you.
No beans in Lima
John, a recent transferee to Lima,
Peru, needed to speak to Rosa, his
Administrative Assistant.
He gestured with the typical “come
here” gesture.
Rosa filed a complaint with HR.
Why (be specific)?
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