Cross Cultural Communication

France

Location: Western Europe, bordering Andorra 56.6 km, Belgium 620 km, Germany 451 km, Italy 488 km, Luxembourg 73 km, Monaco 4.4 km, Spain 623 km, Switzerland 573 km Capital:

Paris
Climate: Generally cool winters and mild summers, but mild winters and hot summers along the Mediterranean; occasional strong, cold, dry, north-to-northwesterly wind known as mistral Population: 60,424,213

Ethnic Make-up: Celtic and Latin with Teutonic, Slavic, North African, Indochinese, Basque minorities
Religions: Roman Catholic 83%-88%, Protestant 2%, Jewish 1%, Muslim 5%-10%, unaffiliated 4% Government: Republic Languages: French, German, Basque, Catalan, Breton Cuisine: Passionate, influenced by local supply, careful preparation Family Values: Each member has certain responsibilities, extended family, practical approach towards marriage, few children

 Meeting Etiquette Kiss on the cheeks

Use of first name

Greetings

Gifting Etiquette Flowers Wine Opened when received

 Dining Etiquette Time Dress Dinner party Table Manners Continental

Seating plan
Bon Appetit Salad, Fruits, Wineglass

Business Etiquette and Protocol in

Business Meeting Etiquette

Handshake is the common form of greeting.

Always use last names.

Respect the language. Extremely formal and direct. Very Punctual. Business is conducted slowly. Be patient. Be logical and persuasive. High power distance.

Relationships & Communication Emphasize courtesy and a degree of formality. Mutual trust and respect through proper behavior.

Gifts are not exchanged in first meeting.

Appointments are necessary. Written communication is formal. Secretaries often schedule meetings. Speak about culture, food and sports.

Business Negotiation
Wait to be told where to sit. Maintain direct eye contact while speaking. Never attempt to be overly friendly. Discussions may be heated and intense.

Dress Etiquette
Business dress is understated and stylish. Men - dark-coloured, conservative business suits.

Women - business suits or elegant dresses in soft colours.

The French like the finer things in life wear good quality accessories.

Business Cards
French translation.

Attention to detail.

Larger in size.

Conclusion
France officially the French Republic, is a unitary semi-presidential republic.

Shape Often referred to as The Hexagon.

Third-Largest country in Europe as a whole and the largest country in Western Europe.

National Emblem & National Anthem