Business-EtiketteREPORT BY MORGAN LAWRENCE

First Impressions• When meeting a German professional, be sure

to remember their exact title and use it in reference.

• Frau is used for females and Herr for males, Herr Doktor is used depending on background.– Ex. Frau Doktor Bogard

• If invited to a German business person’s house, bring imported wine or fine chocolates, or a souvenir from your home country.

• Greeting is commemorated with a quick brief handshake and direct eye contact.

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In a meeting• German professionals are very meticulous,

and details are greatly appreciated.

• Decisions are made from the highest position down, so the person with the highest professional rank has the final say.

• Once a negotiation has been reached, it is rare that it will be modified later.

• If you are late enter without a fuss and at the end of the meeting apologize to the highest ranking professional.

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Two people meet to discuss details

Attire & Miscellaneous• Do not bring lilies as a gift, as they are used

in German Funerals.

• Men should wear, black, navy, or dark grey suits and whites shirts with a tie.

• Women should wear pantsuits or dress suits to a meeting and in a muted color.

• Avoid wearing flashy or expensive looking jewelry.

• Being punctual is extremely important, do not exceed more than fifteen minutes when early, and if you are more than five minutes late, call.

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Fragen

• 1. How do you address a male doctor in Germany?– Doktor– Frau– Herr Doktor

• 2. Who makes the final decision in a business meeting?– Your fellow employee– The highest ranking professional– The janitor

Anworten

• 1. Herr Doktor whatshisname

• 2. The highest ranking professional

Resources

• http://www.ehow.com/about_6627565_social-etiquette-germany.html

• http://www.ehow.com/about_6661817_german-business-etiquette.html

• http://www.executiveplanet.com/index.php?title=Germany:_First_Name_or_Title%3F_-_Part_1

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