Are Germans rude? I wouldn’t say so; only that our understanding of being polite may differ from what you think is decent behaviour. Read more "Are Germans rude?"
Tag: Culture Clash
Doing Business in Germany is easier when you know the Hidden Rules
When entering a new market, a whole lot can terribly go wrong, and often the local, in our case, German business culture plays a big role. Read more "Doing Business in Germany is easier when you know the Hidden Rules"
Making only a Little or no Progress in the German market? Seven Things to Consider
If you’ve been trying to get a foothold in the German market for a while now, but somehow feel like you’re making little to no progress at all, maybe you should double-check your approach to a few things I have highlighted in this article. Read more "Making only a Little or no Progress in the German market? Seven Things to Consider"
“Verbände”: A Shortcut for Expanding your Business Network in Germany
Trade associations are always a good starting point when you like to do business in Germany. Read more "“Verbände”: A Shortcut for Expanding your Business Network in Germany"
Virtual Meetings with Germans: How to look good in Skype Calls and the like
You have scheduled a virtual meeting with Germans? Here is some expert advice on how to handle Skype calls, WebEx meetings, and so on. Read more "Virtual Meetings with Germans: How to look good in Skype Calls and the like"
How to make Conversation with Germans, when there is not even a proper German Word for “Small Talk”?!
Silence is golden? A few thoughts on how to handle the small talk part when meeting with Germans. Read more "How to make Conversation with Germans, when there is not even a proper German Word for “Small Talk”?!"
What is “pünktlich” for a German?
Germany ranks as one of the top countries worldwide when it comes to the stress we put on punctuality. But what is “pünktlich”? Read more "What is “pünktlich” for a German?"
Go for Gold, go for…Visiting (German) Trade Shows for Indian Executives
Focussing on Indo-German business relationships, this e-book provides many examples of how and why culture matters when visiting trade shows in Germany. Read more "Go for Gold, go for…Visiting (German) Trade Shows for Indian Executives"
Dear Google: “how can i get client from german”?
Advice on how to make it in Germany: Some important leadings questions when trying to build business in Germany. Read more "Dear Google: “how can i get client from german”?"
Some of the most appalling Things I have seen during Trade Fairs – A German Perspective
A lot can go wrong when visiting a trade fair in Germany. Learn what mistakes not to make and how to make the most of your visit and win new buyers and business contacts. Read more "Some of the most appalling Things I have seen during Trade Fairs – A German Perspective"