New ReviewGermans are avid newspaper readers, and the traveler will soon become familiar with the major ones. Unlike other European countries, there are only four major national newspapers. Learn about each one, including what each covers. If your...

New ReviewShopping in Germany can be somewhat baffling because it’s often difficult to predict when a store will or won’t be open. Thankfully, an increasing number of stores are liberalizing their hours. Generally, large stores, supermarkets, and...

New ReviewThe overall decision-making process in Germany is from the bottom up. The basics of a plan are developed and added to as the process continues up the hierarchy. This is different from the process in the United States or Great Britain....

New ReviewBeing well prepared for a meeting is an absolute must in Germany. Initial impressions are very important, and your German business associates will be judging you on your dress, posture, and manners. Learn more key guidelines to prepare...

New ReviewMost Germans speak several languages well and take pride in doing so. They may even prefer to conduct meetings in English. It’s a good idea, though, to determine the language skills of the people you’re meeting. Any material you’ll be...

New ReviewGerman manners are usually very formal, especially when people are meeting for the first time. Consequently, introductions in both business and social settings follow strict norms. Learn more about German preferences for etiquette in...

New ReviewGermans love to shake hands. Certainly a social or business meeting is cause for a round of firm handshaking. You’ll be expected to shake hands with everyone. The handshake is so important that even when someone leaves during a business...

New ReviewIn Germany, the concept of leisure time, or frei zeit, is a unique one that dates back to the Middle Ages. For Germans, leisure time is synonymous with fulfillment and individual freedom. Germans work the least of all the industrialized...

New ReviewGermany guarantees its people the freedom to practice the religion of their choice; there is no state religion. Protestant and Catholic churches have enjoyed equal status in Germany for centuries. The Peace of Augsburg in 1555 recognized...

New ReviewAs the role of women in German society continues to evolve, more and more women are entering the workforce and rising to managerial roles. So what does this mean for the women who make up this vital component of the German workforce?...

New ReviewDevelop some insight into what a typical workday looks like in Germany. Germans usually start their workday early, and there’s definitely an expectation of efficiency and focus regardless of profession. Find out more about the typical...

New ReviewRisk-taking is often necessary when it comes to business matters, but Germans tend to be more cautious about taking risks in the business world. Strategic planning is a must. Learn the importance and value of performing thorough research...

New ReviewIn Germany, organizations are hierarchical—but maintaining fairness is greatly valued. Status, education, and titles all play roles in the workplace. Find out more about the effects of all these factors.

New ReviewNetworking is essential to the success of your business. Learn how to use professional associations, chambers of commerce, and other networks to develop those crucial business relationships in Germany and gain insight on industry and...

New ReviewGermans are usually more formal, and this is reflected in the way they refer to colleagues in initial interactions. This informative role-play takes the guesswork out of using the correct names and titles and shows you how to introduce...

New ReviewWant your meetings to run as smoothly and productively as possible? This video will clue you in on the cultural nuances of scheduling initial meetings in Germany. Explore tips for the best times to schedule meetings and understand local...

New ReviewIn Germany, the size of a company typically determines the corporate hierarchy. Learn more about all levels and become familiar with the roles of boards of directors (Vorstand), managing directors, and department heads and managers....

New ReviewGaining trust in Germany takes time—but it’s an essential component to successful business relationships. We’ll take a look at some of the things that can impact the trust-building process, including German attitudes toward work,...

New ReviewGermans have a reputation of being very task-oriented. This video discusses the way Germans manage their business associations—balancing a focus on work with the development of personal business relationships.

New ReviewAs in many places around the globe, business cards play an important role in Germany. They are often traded at first meetings and are exchanged soon after introductions. Learn the correct protocol for exchanging business cards with...

New ReviewWhen it comes to work, Germans tend to separate their professional lives from their personal lives. They see work as a functional activity and strive for a healthy balance between work and personal activities. As a result, Germans...

New ReviewIn this video, you’ll learn about German labor laws. Discover more about the rights of employees, the role of trade unions, and the expectations of employers in Germany—important information for anyone living in the country or doing...

New ReviewLaws and regulations are an integral part of German life, culture, and society. The legal system is based on constitutional law, but it’s also influenced by the laws of the European community. Learn how German law has influenced other...

New ReviewUnravel the complexities and understand the basics of the German government. Germany is a parliamentary democracy, with a constitution and a federal, bicameral assembly. Find out exactly what this means as you explore the country’s...