Greetings are usually warm and personal: use a handshake on first meeting, then expect closer acquaintances to exchange a cheek kiss or a brief hug, and address people with titles like
señor or
señora until invited to be more informal. Colombians value politeness and patience in conversation, so interrupting, speaking too bluntly, or rushing business talk can come across as rude, while showing interest in family and local life helps build rapport.