Madison McDonald

BUS 302 // Cal Poly // Germany

[Tia Bentivegna @bentivegna_tia]

While in the United States, it is generally not business practice to complement a woman's looks, this is considered a "gallant" or chivalrous act in Italian business culture. Being complemented on your appearance and style is accepted and appreciated in Italy for women.

[Madison McDonald @madisonmcd302]

Hierarchy is important in Germany's workplace. Unless your coworker is family or a close friend, you should use titles and last names when addressing someone. People who have reached the top have worked hard to get there and addressing them properly is a form of respect.

[Madison McDonald @madisonmcd302]

According to the 2019/2020 issue of Germany Trade&Invest, Germany is Europe's food and beverage leader. The multiple national and international food companies that make up Germany's industry have 170,000+ different food products available. Germany encourages cultural influences.

[Madison McDonald @madisonmcd302]

Germany is very open to the establishment of all businesses, whether it is established by a foreigner or german native. Just remember, as a foreigner it is very important to understand Germanys values in the workplace. Germans are punctual, hardworking, and productive.

[Madison McDonald @madisonmcd302]

Germany's Beer Purity Law requires beer to have 4 ingredients: water, hops, yeast, and malts. Germans are culturally strict rule-followers, and this law has been followed since 1516. If you decide to add other ingredients, you can't call it beer!

[Ellie Dever @DeverEllie]

A very popular traditional Mexican dish that dates back to the early Aztecs are chilaquiles. This meal is often served for breakfast and consists of fried tortillas covered in either mole or salsa. Oftentimes cheese, eggs, and onions are added on top.

[Rachel @Rachel23865732]

According to Hofstede, Spain scores high in Uncertainty Avoidance which has to do with the way the society deals with the future. This means that Spaniards tend to feel more threatened by unknown situations that will occur in the future. #BUS302

[Madison McDonald @madisonmcd302]

Germany is typically a universalist culture, meaning they value rules, laws and regulations. This is prominent in the business world where "surprises and humor are not welcome". Engineers in Germany are highly valued due to their place in the automotive industry.