André Breton called Mexico the surrealist country par excellence, given the modern art and culture which coexists with the Aztec pyramids and magnificent scenery. This is the contradicting impression that the growing number of expatriates in Mexico usually get when travelling from the lively cities to the peaceful countryside.
There certainly is more to Mexico than holiday areas. They country's GDP is estimated to grow by 3.5% in 2013, having grown by 3.8% last year. A high percentage of Mexico's trade falls under free trade agreements, such as NAFTA.
Despite this growth, the country still faces many challenges. There is a need for big improvements in areas such as the energy sector, healthcare and infrastructure. This may be one of the reasons why expats with specialist skills are welcome. Some of the main industries in Mexico are: oil and gas, chemicals and pharma, consumer durables, electronics and mining.
Hints and tips
Here are some hints and tips for professionals who wish to live and work in Mexico.
- Try and learn Spanish. It will ease your experience there.
- Most companies will be highly hierarchical in structure and instructions to subordinates are given in a direct manner.
- Personal relationships are at the heart of business dealings.
- Junior employees are not expected to deal with senior managers.
- Agendas may not always be followed at business meetings when produced.
- Family names are often used in business circles, as well as formal titles.
- It is important to dress smart both in business and social situations.
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| Mayan ruins of Tulum |
What else to do
Mexicans like to enjoy life after working hard.
- Festivals happen all year round, many of them being related to religion.
- The breath taking nature is highly protected.
- Check the pyramids, not all of them are the same.
- Mexican music is not only mariachis!
Is there anything that you would add? Please let us know!
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The Medibroker Team
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