Business Etiquette
Geneva
Business Etiquette
Business hours are Monday to Friday 0730-1700 (with one or two hours for lunch). Genevois are punctual people, so promptness is always appreciated. Company structures remain hierarchical, particularly within the financial sector. It is, therefore, wise to approach those at the top. Meetings are commonly held over lunch and dinner but rarely breakfast, and Genevois appreciate an invitation to a top restaurant.
Suits should be worn but without ostentation. Since English is widely spoken (although an attempt to speak French is always appreciated) business cards do not need to be translated. A little introductory chit-chat is usually expected but overly personal topics are best avoided.
During meetings, Genevois like to stick to business - humour is considered inappropriate and does not cross cultural barriers easily. Business relationships and negotiations tend to develop slowly and visitors should adopt the local pace. If invited to a Genevois' home, a gift of unwrapped flowers is appropriate.
Tours of Geneva
Chamonix and Mont Blanc - Starting from £151.99 per person
Geneva City Tour, Boat Cruise and Countryside - Starting from £52.04 per person
Gruyeres and the famous Golden Express (from Geneva) - Starting from £117.10 per person
Lausanne, Montreux and Chillon - Starting from £93.44 per person
Geneva City Tour - Starting from £26.61 per person
Business Etiquette
Suits should be worn but without ostentation. Since English is widely spoken (although an attempt to speak French is always appreciated) business cards do not need to be translated. A little introductory chit-chat is usually expected but overly personal topics are best avoided.
During meetings, Genevois like to stick to business - humour is considered inappropriate and does not cross cultural barriers easily. Business relationships and negotiations tend to develop slowly and visitors should adopt the local pace. If invited to a Genevois' home, a gift of unwrapped flowers is appropriate.
Tours of Geneva
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