Culture Wise England (print) by
Travellers often underestimate the depth of cultural isolation they can face abroad, particularly in a country with a different language. To many people, England must seem an ‘easy’ option, with its long history of immigration, multicultural society and millions of annual visitors. However, sooner or later most newcomers find certain aspects of English life alien – and some come unstuck as a result. Culture Wise England will help you understand England and its people, and adapt to the English way of life. Most importantly, it will enable you to quickly feel at home.
Culture wise France (print) by
Travellers often underestimate the depth of cultural isolation they can face abroad, particularly in a country with a different language. To many people, France must seem an ‘easy’ option, with its millions of visitors from around the globe and hundred’s of thousands of foreign residents. However, sooner or later most newcomers find France a very ‘foreign’ country indeed – and many come unstuck as a result. Culture Wise France will help you understand France and its people, and adapt to the French way of life. Most importantly, it will enable you to quickly feel at home.
Culture Wise Germany (print) by
A guide to Germany for visitors, business people and immigrants, this title contains essential information to help newcomers avoid cultural and social gaffes.
Culture wise Spain (print) by
Culture Wise Spain is essential reading for anyone planning to visit Spain, whether for business or pleasure, for a few days holiday or to start a new life. It is guaranteed to help newcomers avoid cultural and social gaffes; make friends and influence people; and enhance their understanding of Spain and the Spanish people.
Dealing with the Dutch (print) by
Dealing with the Dutch focuses on Dutch values and norms, but it also takes into account the economic, social and cultural changes the Netherlands is undergoing. Many new quotes by people from all over the world who have already ‘dealt with the Dutch’ have also been added.
From nyet to da: understanding the Russians (print) by
From Nyet to Da enlightens readers about virtually every aspect of Russian life, covering social and interpersonal skills as well as the underlying cultural assumptions and values of the Russian people.
Modern-day Vikings: a practical guide to interacting with the Swedes (print) by
Modern-Day Vikings provides a window into what one world traveler called the most American of European countries: Sweden. Yet, surface similarities between the two nations conceal essential differences. Christina Robinowitz and Lisa Werner Carr provide insights and strategies for successful interactions with Swedes, whether business or social.
European business customs & manners (print) by
How to converse, bargain, dine, dress, and conduct yourself when doing business in 30 different European countries - this is a complete guide for business travelers on customs, cultures and communication. It covers topics from manners and greetings to punctuality practices and business customs for each country in Europe. This book includes everything you'll need to know to do business "across the pond."
Kiss, bow, or shake hands: Europe (print) by
This volume explores how people from various European cultures perceive information and negotiate business deals. It covers topics such as gift-giving, value systems, cognitive styles and personal space.
Mind your manners: managing business cultures in the new global Europe by
Understanding the nature of cultural diversity is one thing-managing it day-to-day is quite another! When doing business internationally, culture shock-and sometimes culture clash-is unavoidable. John Mole''s Mind Your Manners: Managing Business Cultures in the New Global Europe is a comprehensive guide that explores cultural aspects of dozens of individual European countries as they relate to global business.
Succeeding in business in central and eastern Europe (print) by
This book identifies a variety of factors, including an anti-business attitude and a resistance to Western-style change, that hinder some attempts at development within Central and Eastern Europe. It provides a frame of reference for understanding the "post-Soviet syndrome" - with its remnants of corruption and mistrust of managers and customers alike - that continues to haunt the countries of CEE.