Throughout the communication process, you want to be inquisitive and ask questions about the individual’s culture; however, you must always remain genuine. Most people, regardless of the language barrier, can discern if you have disingenuous intentions. Your goal is to make an honest connection with another human being and if your behavior is forced, that connection will be lost. One way to show that you are being genuine is to learn how to master nonverbal communication techniques, such as posture, gestures, facial expressions and tone of voice. Maintaining good eye contact tells the other person that you are interested in the conversation. If you are busy looking around or texting on your phone that is not an effective way to build your communication skills. It is also important to be aware of your tone of voice. Not every culture is loud and boisterous or laughs out loud in public. Some cultures are more reserved and respectful. When you do your research on the specific culture that you’ll be delving into, you should remember to ascertain what they deem as disrespectful communication.