Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands: Europe: How to Do Business in 25 European Countries

by Morrison, Terri

• ISBN13: 9781598692181
• ISBN10: 1598692186
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-03-01
• Publisher: Adams Media Corp

Summary

Americans have conducted business in Europe for hundreds of years, but to be successful, it's vital that we understand the cultural differences and nuances of each country. Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands: Europe reveals the subtleties of interaction, negotiation strategies, and professional skills you need to keep you poised for success in your business travels. Give the right gift; make the right gesture! Includes: Cultural IQ tests, "Know Before You Go" tips, Alerts on International security issues. Countries profiled are: Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom. Book jacket.

Author Biography

Terri Morrison is president of Getting Through Customs

Table of Contents

Preface	p. vi
Introduction	p. viii
Cultural Orientation	p. xi
Austria	p. 1
Belarus	p. 13
Belgium	p. 26
Czech Republic	p. 36
Denmark	p. 48
Finland	p. 60
France	p. 71
Germany	p. 83
Greece	p. 99
Hungary	p. 109
Ireland	p. 120
Italy	p. 132
Holy See (Vatican City)	p. 144
The Netherlands	p. 148
Norway	p. 162
Poland	p. 173
Portugal	p. 186
Romania	p. 195
Russia	p. 206
Slovak Republic	p. 219
Spain	p. 231
Sweden	p. 242
Switzerland	p. 254
Turkey	p. 266
Ukraine	p. 280
United Kingdom	p. 293
Why Learn a Foreign Language?	p. 307
Contacts and Resources	p. 310
Index	p. 313
About the Authors	p. 317
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