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American Culture
Insights into the American Culture
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….
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….
Do Europeans Really Move Less Often Than Americans?
Europeans move house much less frequently than Americans. When doing business with the French or…
What do the Super Bowl and Bayern München have in common?
Sports is a good small-talk topic on both sides of the Atlantic. Impress your counterparts…
Holiday myth: Christmas pickles from Germany
Christmas pickles don’t actually come from Germany, and only 7% of Germans have ever heard…
A European View on America’s Gun Culture
Gun violence is part of my every day life. Time to share a European view…
The Soccer World Cup and American World Champions
Americans call winners of national competitions “world champions.” This contributes to the American stereotype of…
Public Restrooms: A Huge Difference Between the US and Germany or France
If nudity is taboo in the US, why are American public restrooms a privacy nightmare?…
Why is Weather in the US a Never-Ending Source of Surprise?
Weather in the US is a never-ending source of surprise. Due to the sheer size…
5 Things About Life In The US I Wish I Had Known Before
After living in the United States for five years, I still have no explanation for…
Cultural Differences Don’t Play a Role in Gender Wage Inequality
Cultural differences don’t play a role in gender wage inequality, but the reasons behind a…
My Struggles with American Consumerism
For over a century, mass consumption has been the answer to overproduction. However, consumption is…
Sexuality and Nudity: An American Paradox
Welcome to America, the country that frowns on nudity but leads the world with its…
Are Americans Really That Impatient?
Due to an increasing reliance on new technologies, Americans are growing more and more impatient….
American Washing Machines Are the Worst Appliances Ever
Curiously, one of this blog’s most read articles is about washing machines: over 12,000 users…
Is the American Health Care System Unhealthy?
After my son hurt himself badly at school, I wondered how much the hospital would…
France vs. America: Valentine’s Day couldn’t be more different
I could easily have titled this blog “Germany vs. America” or “Europe vs. America” because…
Is Lidl in the United States endangered?
Although Lidl announced plans to slow its US expansion, it’s too close to call. According…
Why Winter in DC Makes Me Feel Miserable
Each winter in DC, life comes to a halt at the threat of a snowflake…