Cultural Differences In Business

Cultural differences in business. India and germany. Greeting in India. Greeting in Germany. Meeting in India. Meeting in Germany. Communication in India. Communication in Germany. Negotiation in India. Negotiation in Germany. Conclusion.

There is often a lack of organization in the meetings. The first appointment needs to be scheduled, but time can be changed at the last minute or even canceled.

There is a straightforward style of communication in India where questions are spelled out and discussed in a sequential, concise and clear manner. Before the meeting, the Indians should be informed of the responsibilities of those accompanying you, so that they may also invite members of a similar rank. Know before the meeting what your plans and wishes are, what you expect from your collaboration.

Negotiations are taken seriously. Business meetings follow a formal procedure. Always aim for decisive outcomes and results.

Communication: many topics and gestures are not acceptable in both countries.

Greetings: In Germany the most common greeting is a handshake, but in India, greeting with a handshake is not acceptable.