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….
French Culture
All about the French Business Culture
How different are high-prestige jobs in the US vs. France?
In the US, business men and women are highly regarded. In France, high-prestige jobs are…
Do Europeans Really Move Less Often Than Americans?
Europeans move house much less frequently than Americans. When doing business with the French or…
Are The French As Snobby As Their Reputation?
French people are proud of their culinary traditions and have little tolerance for other food…
The Upside: Any differences from the original French movie?
Remaking the French blockbuster for a US audience is challenging as Americans respond to humor…
Yellow Vest Movement: What’s going on in France right now?
Has a new revolution started in France? A proposed new green tax has fueled peaceful…
Is France the New Paradise of American Fast-Food Chains?
What’s going on, France? Are you really as hysterical about American fast food as the…
How Much of Me is French? How much is German?
As a world citizen, I wish I could take the best of the US, France,…
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…
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…
Different motivations behind diets in America and in France
Americans are obsessed with calorie-counting and fat-free food. However, the biggest difference between diets in…
The Biggest Misunderstanding About French Food
French restaurants have a reputation of offering small portions of sophisticated food. But, French food…
French Style and Eloquence vs. American Facts or German Details
Americans and Germans are used to a direct communication style that the French perceive as…
4 Reasons Behind The Success of “House of Cards” in France and Germany
American TV show “House of Cards” has also been a hit in France and Germany….
The No-Go Rule of French and German Small Talk
Remember last week’s post about reverse culture shock in Germany? I complained about unfriendly Germans…
June 2017 – Catherine’s Intercultural World in Review
Lidl’s new stores opening in the US, the dynamic discounters in Germany, worldwide climate change,…
May 2017 – Catherine’s Intercultural World in Review
France’s new president, a handshake that went viral, and German humor at its best were…
French Election 2017: Catherine’s Intercultural Review
In France’s Sunday Election, voters chose two outsiders with very different visions to enter the…
March 2017 – Catherine’s Intercultural World in Review
What a month! I just got back from Cuba, my blog welcomed a new logo,…
French Cheese: Love it or hate it, but never forget it!
Why does French cheese have such a bad reputation in many parts of the world?…