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Will You Add? - Guide to Business Travel Etiquette - France
Are you tired of all the work at home gimmicks? So was I. I was getting tired of doing the same routine everyday. I was really tired of having someone else raising my son for me. I missed out on alot things that I should have been there for. But I was not, because I had pulled a double shift that night or someone did not show up so I covered for them at the job. I was not happy with my life and
Do not address a business associate by their first name unless invited to do so. The basic courtesy title for women is 'Madame' and is 'Monsieur' for men. 'Mademoiselle' is considered old-fashio
When you are looking to hold an annual general meeting (AGM), there are a variety of things to consider when selecting an appropriate venue to host the gathering. Not only will you be looking for a suitable professional venue to reflect the image and purpose of the company or trust, you will also need to consider the availability of professional and business support services, location and accessibi
France is the largest country in Western Europe, slightly smaller than Texas. France is between the Bay of Biscay and the Mediterranean Sea; bordering Italy and Spain. 58 million people live in France, about 4.5 million of them foreigners.
Language
French is the primary language spoken in France. If you plan to travel to France, it is strongly recommended that you learn the basics of the language. Your effort will be noticed and appreciated. If you can’t speak French, begin by saying. “Please excuse me for bothering you, but I do not speak French” – “Excusez-moi, s'il vous plait, de vous deranger, mais je ne parle pas francais.”
Business Dress
The French are very conscientious of their appearance and view dress as a reflection of social status and success. Because of this, be sure to wear well-tailored, stylish clothing. Dark, conservative clothing is most appropriate – avoid bright colors or flashy accessories.
Business Hours
Most businesses in France operate from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, with a lunch hour lasting up to two hours. Many executives or those in senior positions will stay at the office until 7:00 or 8:00 pm.
Holidays
There are 11 public holidays in France. In 2007, they are:
January 1st - New Year’s Day
April 9th - Easter Monday
May 1st - Labour Day
May 8th- 1945 Victory Day
May 17th - Ascension
May 28th - Whit Monday
July 14th - Bastile Day
August 15th - Assumption
November 1st - All Saints' Day
November 11th - Remembrance Day
December 25th - Christmas Day
Most French employees get five weeks of vacation and many will take up to three weeks of this in July or August.
Conversations and Behavior
The most important aspect of French behavior is the emphasis on courtesy and formality. When meeting someone, it is customary to shake their hand. But, handshakes in France are light and quick – a strong handshake is considered aggressive. Good posture is important to the French – so be sure to stand up straight.
Do not address a business associate by their first name unless invited to do so. The basic courtesy title for women is 'Madame' and is 'Monsieur' for men. 'Mademoiselle' is considered old-fashion
Those of us who are highly creative and artistic employees know how we can be looked at differently by those who operate from the other side of the brain in the corporate world. It can be hard to fit in to conservative work environments at times for those of us who are free-thinking and artistically expressive. The creative mind is cut from a very different cloth than many. Speaking for myself, it t
Business Dress
The French are very conscientious of their appearance and view dress as a reflection of social status and success. Because of this, be sure to wear well-tailored, stylish clothing. Dark, conservative clothing is most appropriate – avoid bright colors or flashy accessories.
Business Hours
Most businesses in France operate from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, with a lunch hour lasting up to two hours. Many executives or those in senior positions will stay at the office until 7:00 or 8:00 pm.
Holidays
There are 11 public holidays in France. In 2007, they are:
January 1st - New Year’s Day
April 9th - Easter Monday
May 1st - Labour Day
May 8th- 1945 Victory Day
May 17th - Ascension
May 28th - Whit Monday
July 14th - Bastile Day
August 15th - Assumption
November 1st - All Saints' Day
November 11th - Remembrance Day
December 25th - Christmas Day
Most French employees get five weeks of vacation and many will take up to three weeks of this in July or August.
Conversations and Behavior
The most important aspect of French behavior is the emphasis on courtesy and formality. When meeting someone, it is customary to shake their hand. But, handshakes in France are light and quick – a strong handshake is considered aggressive. Good posture is important to the French – so be sure to stand up straight.
Do not address a business associate by their first name unless invited to do so. The basic courtesy title for women is 'Madame' and is 'Monsieur' for men. 'Mademoiselle' is considered old-fashio
Whether you are a corporate executive trying to manage hundreds of employees, a marketing or sales rep trying to land a new client, or even an entry level gofer just struggling to appease a demanding boss, it is almost impossible to succeed without developing effective communication skills. In fact, effective communication skills are fundamental to almost every successful business interaction- a fac
Business Hours
Most businesses in France operate from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, with a lunch hour lasting up to two hours. Many executives or those in senior positions will stay at the office until 7:00 or 8:00 pm.
Holidays
There are 11 public holidays in France. In 2007, they are:
January 1st - New Year’s Day
April 9th - Easter Monday
May 1st - Labour Day
May 8th- 1945 Victory Day
May 17th - Ascension
May 28th - Whit Monday
July 14th - Bastile Day
August 15th - Assumption
November 1st - All Saints' Day
November 11th - Remembrance Day
December 25th - Christmas Day
Most French employees get five weeks of vacation and many will take up to three weeks of this in July or August.
Conversations and Behavior
The most important aspect of French behavior is the emphasis on courtesy and formality. When meeting someone, it is customary to shake their hand. But, handshakes in France are light and quick – a strong handshake is considered aggressive. Good posture is important to the French – so be sure to stand up straight.
Do not address a business associate by their first name unless invited to do so. The basic courtesy title for women is 'Madame' and is 'Monsieur' for men. 'Mademoiselle' is considered old-fashio
The pet care business is booming and leading to a very good income for those who love and want to work with animals, especially for those who want to care for dogs. There is definitely no shortage of opportunities in the pet care business and indeed there has been no better time to get established with pet care because pet popularity is at its' peak. Americans and people from countries all over the
May 17th - Ascension
May 28th - Whit Monday
July 14th - Bastile Day
August 15th - Assumption
November 1st - All Saints' Day
November 11th - Remembrance Day
December 25th - Christmas Day
Most French employees get five weeks of vacation and many will take up to three weeks of this in July or August.
Conversations and Behavior
The most important aspect of French behavior is the emphasis on courtesy and formality. When meeting someone, it is customary to shake their hand. But, handshakes in France are light and quick – a strong handshake is considered aggressive. Good posture is important to the French – so be sure to stand up straight.
Do not address a business associate by their first name unless invited to do so. The basic courtesy title for women is 'Madame' and is 'Monsieur' for men. 'Mademoiselle' is considered old-fashio
Hot dry summer weather brings about heat and drought stress on summer annuals. Stressed plants such as the forage sorghums can occasionally accumulate dangerous concentrations of nitrates. These high nitrate plants, either standing in the field, or fed as hay, can cause abortion in pregnant cattle, or death if consumed in great enough quantities. Nitrates do not dissipate from suncured hay (in contr
Do not address a business associate by their first name unless invited to do so. The basic courtesy title for women is 'Madame' and is 'Monsieur' for men. 'Mademoiselle' is considered old-fashioned and should be avoided.
Sometimes, the French will introduce themselves using the last name followed by their first name. This can be confusing if they both sound like first names. It is fine to ask for clarification if needed.
When engaging in conversation avoid topics related to individual political views or other personal matters. Stick to topics such as sports, art, music and food. Be prepared to discuss your own countries history and political system.
There are many common gestures and behaviors that are considered offensive in France. Be sure to avoid the following:
- Chewing gum in public
- Putting your hand in your pockets while in public
- Slapping an open palm over a closed fist
- Snapping fingers
- The OK symbol (forming a circle with the thumb and forefinger) actually means zero or useless in France. Use the thumbs up instead.
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