The Story
In Sharjah, a founder was asked to introduce a partner to her uncle's business. She replied within two minutes, warmly and without conditions. The introduction never progressed. Later she understood why. A favor given that quickly had suggested she had not weighed what she was lending.

Cultural Principle
In the Gulf, a personal introduction carries the standing of the person making it. Speed can be read as generosity, or as evidence that little was at stake.

Takeaway
Take a day with any request that travels on your name. The pause is part of what makes the introduction worth having.

With care,
Taqua