The work culture in Belize

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Mickael ViP

Member since 19 September 2022

MickaelViP22 February 2023 05:48:18

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Hello everyone,

As an expatriate, working in Belize can present unique opportunities but also challenges. Discovering new communication styles, adapting to new cultural norms... working in Belize can be both exciting and confusing.

Share your experience to better understand the work culture in Belize and facilitate the professional adaptation of people who are wondering about it.

How would you define the work culture in Belize?

What was the most difficult thing for you when you started working?

What made the biggest impression on you?

How did you fit into your team?

Thank you for your contribution.

Mickael
Expat.com team

DnBR Active member

Member since 10 November 2022

DnBRActive member24 February 2023 21:20:30

I haven't actually started work yet. What I've seen so far is Belizeans are hard workers. As you meet them, I find people who work 6X12 work weeks and don't even fuss about it.

The most difficult thing so far is Belize time. I've never had a meeting actually start on time. Email replies can take more than a business day. Or two. Of course, Belize time isn't a secret. But even though I know, I find myself wondering "oh no, did I piss them off?" when I don't get an immediate response.

But aside from that, the tone is extremely cordial, almost overly formal.

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