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    SALU

    T
    HELL

    F
    R
    A
    N
    C
    E

    INTRODUCTION
    Country : France
    Continent : Europe
    Currency : Euro
    Capital : Paris
    Population : 65.7 million
    Official language : French

    French Cuisine

    Cuisine is nuanced by
    location
    Unafraid to use butter
    Public dedication and love of
    great food

    Bonjour
    and
    Bonsoir
    meaning a
    good
    morning
    and good
    afternoon
    respectivel
    y.

    Appointme
    nts
    are always
    necessary.

    Meetings
    are always
    Converse
    issues and
    not to
    make
    subtle
    conclusions
    .

    Business Attire

    Always
    look
    your
    best in
    any
    professio
    nal
    situation

    Business
    men
    required
    to wear
    a
    tradition
    al suit in
    a dark
    color

    Business
    women
    required
    to wear
    either a
    suit or a
    dress of
    soft
    colour

    Avoid
    using
    bright
    colour

    Communication Styles
    Verbal Communication
    Honest and
    straightforward
    Speak French
    frequently
    Talk more about French
    culture
    Avoid talks regarding
    money and politics

    Non Verbal Communication

    Keep good posture


    and manners
    Low territoriality

    Making Contact
    (PROXEMICS)
    Small
    personal
    space.
    Common to
    pat on arm
    or shoulder.

    KINESICS

    Engage in
    a debate
    to reach
    mutually
    agreeable
    solution.

    Maintain
    direct eye
    contact
    while
    speaking.

    Handshake
    s are
    expected
    as a form
    of greeting.

    Friendly
    greeting
    practice is
    kissing on
    the
    cheeks.

    Time Culture
    (Chronemics)

    BUSINE
    SS
    DIMENSIO
    NS

    v/s
    Ascripti
    Achievement
    on

    France follows
    Ascription culture
    Their status is
    primarily based
    on their gender
    Then secondarily
    it is based on
    their age

    Specific
    v/s Diffuse
    France follows
    Specific Culture
    They have a strong
    separation of work
    and private life
    They balance their
    work and private
    life
    They dont mix
    both their life

    Affectiv
    v/s Neutral
    e
    Emotional in nature.
    Reactions are shown
    immediately verbally
    and/or non-verbally by
    using mimic and gesture
    in form of body signals
    They dont avoid
    physical contact
    Meeting each other very
    enthusiastically and with
    raised voices.

    Individualv/s Collectivism
    ism

    Employers and trade unions are not really


    together as they look at each other as
    almost belonging to a separate species.
    Parents still have more sway over children
    than in other EU-countries

    Decision Making
    French are emotional but it does not influence the rational
    decision making, especially in business situations.
    They often expect gratification for their work achievements
    not immediately but later on.

    Relationships & Communication

    If you do not speak French, an apology


    for not knowing their language may aid
    in developing a relationship.
    It is always a good idea to learn a few
    key phrases, since it demonstrates an
    interest in a long-term relationship.
    In business, the French often appear
    extremely direct because they are not
    afraid of asking probing questions.

    Business Meetings Etiquettes

    Appointments are necessary and should be made


    at least 2 weeks in advance.
    Appointments may be made in writing or by
    telephone and, depending upon the level of the
    person you are meeting, are often handled by the
    secretary.
    Do not try to schedule meetings during July or
    August, as this is a common vacation period.
    If you expect to be delayed, telephone
    immediately and offer an explanation.

    Caf in France rewards its


    customers for politeness

    Thank
    you

    SALUT

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