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Some Thoughts on Cultural Differences Between the US, France, and Germany

Context, time frame, and personal space are all key aspects to consider in cross-cultural business. Today, let me share some...

How Levi’s reflects the American Dream for many Germans and French

On March 21, when Levi’s went public, it looked like the whole planet went crazy. The news made it to...

Business dress codes: Differences between the US, Germany, and France

Tourists are easy to recognize by their clothes. But, you might be surprised to hear that business dress codes also...

Day-To-Day Differences

04/17/2019

Some Thoughts on Cultural Differences Between the US, France, and Germany

Context, time frame, and personal space are all key aspects to consider...

03/12/2019

How different are high-prestige jobs in the US vs. France?

In the US, business men and women are highly regarded. In France,...

02/27/2019 2

Do Europeans Really Move Less Often Than Americans?

Europeans move house much less frequently than Americans. When doing business with...

02/19/2019 4

Are The French As Snobby As Their Reputation?

French people are proud of their culinary traditions and have little tolerance...

01/15/2019

The Upside: Any differences from the original French movie?

Remaking the French blockbuster for a US audience is challenging as Americans...

12/05/2018 5

Yellow Vest Movement: What’s going on in France right now?

Has a new revolution started in France? A proposed new green tax...

11/07/2018

Is France the New Paradise of American Fast-Food Chains?

What's going on, France? Are you really as hysterical about American fast...

06/06/2018

How Much of Me is French? How much is German?

As a world citizen, I wish I could take the best of...

05/02/2018 2

Cultural Differences Don’t Play a Role in Gender Wage Inequality

Cultural differences don't play a role in gender wage inequality, but the...

02/14/2018 6

France vs. America: Valentine’s Day couldn’t be more different

I could easily have titled this blog “Germany vs. America” or “Europe...

11/08/2017 4

Different motivations behind diets in America and in France

Americans are obsessed with calorie-counting and fat-free food. However, the biggest difference...

11/01/2017 2

The Biggest Misunderstanding About French Food

French restaurants have a reputation of offering small portions of sophisticated food....

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All about culture

American Culture

In American Culture, you will find insights into the American way of doing business. I deal with lighthearted topics like why [expand title=”Read More” swaptitle=”Read Less” trigpos=”below” targpos=”inline” targtag=”span” trigclass=”box-culture highlight arrowright” tabindex=”0″]Americans can’t drive, or more political subjects like the role of guns in everyday US life. Sometimes I’ll write about current news, and explain differences or why a given topic is so important for Americans.[/expand]

French Culture

In the “French Culture” pages, you will find other insights into the French approach to business. I address accessible subjects [expand title=”Read More” swaptitle=”Read Less” trigpos=”below” targpos=”inline” targtag=”span” trigclass=”box-culture highlight arrowright” tabindex=”0″]and reveal key elements of French culture. Understanding cultural differences can help your company success in your business with the French.[/expand]

Germany Culture

Here you will find informative insights into the special ways in which Germans think, feel and act about all sorts of things. [expand title=”Read More” swaptitle=”Read Less” trigpos=”below” targpos=”inline” targtag=”span” trigclass=”box-culture highlight arrowright” tabindex=”0″]I deal with lighthearted topics like German humor, organizational subjects like maternity leave in Germany, as well as current news when it arises.[/expand]