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….
German Culture
Key Elements of German Culture
6 Tips for Doing Successful Business in Germany
Long-term focus, patience, detailed preparation, and high-quality products are key factors of success when doing…
Do Europeans Really Move Less Often Than Americans?
Europeans move house much less frequently than Americans. When doing business with the French or…
How and Why “Good Old Germany” Really is Old
Germany is the third oldest country in the world and has a low fertility rate….
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…
End of no speed limits on German autobahns?
Experts have recommended the introduction of an overall speed limit of 81 mph on German…
The Magic of “Made In Germany”
Industry’s many hidden champions, top engineers, and a highly skilled workforce are the success factors…
How Germans Began the New Year – Celebrating New Year’s Eve in Germany
I love Germany and the Germans, and I’ve enjoyed having a German passport for a…
Holiday myth: Christmas pickles from Germany
Christmas pickles don’t actually come from Germany, and only 7% of Germans have ever heard…
Why German Christmas is the best of German culture
German Christmas traditions are a blatant contradiction of the German reputation of being cold and distant….
In Germany, My Car Is My Castle.
German men are in love with machines and even serious studies were conducted on the subject….
Is the Ugly German Really Back?
Following the riots in East Germany last month, many are wondering if Ugly Germans are…
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,…
Do You Want To Know Why Germans Are Really Boring?
Germans need a safe environment to loosen up. In front of strangers, they work hard…
13 Unexpected Facts About Germany
According to the German Federal Office of Statistics (Destatis), Germany‘s main trading partner in term…
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…
Why Is Germany That Obsessed With Cash?
If the United States is the country of plastic money, then Germany is where cash…
Germany’s “Save the Planet” Paradox
For years, Germans have acted like the planet’s savior. From championing organic food to painstakingly…
American Guns and German Cars
Germans are as neurotic about their cars as Americans are about guns. Find out how…
Is Lidl in the United States endangered?
Although Lidl announced plans to slow its US expansion, it’s too close to call. According…