Communication Style

Belizeans are not known for being swift or forthright. They detest conflict as well. Any conversation or meeting will typically start with a brief exchange of small chat that starts with greetings such as "good morning" or "good afternoon" and may include neutral topics like the weather or a general inquiry about each other's well-being. Belizeans speak their minds yet attempt to avoid conflict in the workplace. Last but not least, although males still predominate in Belizean business, the contributions of women to it are growing.

When addressing issues, there is a tendency to employ a somewhat formal framework that may involve outlining the issue's approach first, before describing the historical context, pertinent documents, and the like. According to their desire to avoid conflict, Belizeans typically speak their minds in a courteous manner but avoid or are quite reserved when discussing any negatives.