How Serbs thinks about German
1. The Germans object to any thing that disrupts their carefully laid plans and their schedules. The most spontaneous events must be planned well in advance.
2. It is better not to talk about religion/children/German history
3. The Germans worry (Angst) about every thing from growing toenails to dying woods. They worry about politics and the weather. They worry about economy and their health. I personally think this is one of the reasons why the Germans try to insure almost every thing. You will find more than one file dealing with insurance matters even in German private household.
4. Germans are very sensitive to any negative vibes emanating from beyond their borders.
5. Quality is an essential part of German character
6. German cosiness tends to be rather tidy and geometrical, with the cushions lined up in military order along the couch and even the plants standing to attention.
7. Germans are not very happy at parting with anything they own not even for shorter period. It is better not to lend or borrow any thing
8. Germans are broad-minded folks in general.
9. Every thing should be absolutely quite during 13-15 hours known as "Mittagsruhe" and for Sundays and evenings after 20:30 hours. Doors are kept closed but the windows are constantly opened and shut. Throwing-away- bottle hours must be strictly observed
10. There are very few German women whom you find in top management of a German company. German women get less salary compared to their male colleague.
11. It is quite common to have written contract for almost every thing: Renting apartment, Insurance, work contract and many others. Germany is a country of rules and regulations. Your have to register yourself for your address change at "Einwohnermeldeamt" within a week after arrival. (Not for tourists)
12. Heaven (and the Germans) Forbid: In Germany what isn't specifically allowed (erlaubt) is often not so much not allowed as forbidden (verboten)- like walking on grass, playing in the stairwell.
13. Whenever you are invited to a German's home, it is an honour, which should be suitably acknowledged. A dinner at 7 means 7 and not early or late. You should bring a present- a bottle of wine, chocolates or flowers. Paper should be removed from flowers before giving it to the host/ess.
14. The Germans are very polite (not all) and have a lot of respect for courtesies and formalities-Germans go for titles. If somebody is a doctor or professor, you should address him or her as Herr (or Frau) Professor and add the family name.
15. Most managers tend to be around quite a bit, and may work late into the evening. However, their physical presence on the premises does not necessarily make them accessible to anybody but their personal secretary. This particular secretary's job is first and foremost to prevent her boss from being disturbed, and most such secretaries are very good at this.
Keep your appointment and no last minute cancellation or postponement Dress formally unless in the industry.
Arrive punctually (early is even better).
Do not address your host by his first name.
Do not ask for office equipment for your own purpose.
Never overstay your welcome; leave promptly when your host looks at his/her watch.
It is rare for a German to mix business and private life, so don't expect to be invited to Meet wife and children. If you are, it is an honour you should recognise with a small gift and due thanks.
16. Germany is a country of rules and regulations. There is very little that is not in some way ruled and regulated, and this can make life tedious at times.
17. In Germany, what isn't specifically allowed (erlaubt) is often not so much allowed as forbidden (verboten)
Do you agree??
2. It is better not to talk about religion/children/German history
3. The Germans worry (Angst) about every thing from growing toenails to dying woods. They worry about politics and the weather. They worry about economy and their health. I personally think this is one of the reasons why the Germans try to insure almost every thing. You will find more than one file dealing with insurance matters even in German private household.
4. Germans are very sensitive to any negative vibes emanating from beyond their borders.
5. Quality is an essential part of German character
6. German cosiness tends to be rather tidy and geometrical, with the cushions lined up in military order along the couch and even the plants standing to attention.
7. Germans are not very happy at parting with anything they own not even for shorter period. It is better not to lend or borrow any thing
8. Germans are broad-minded folks in general.
9. Every thing should be absolutely quite during 13-15 hours known as "Mittagsruhe" and for Sundays and evenings after 20:30 hours. Doors are kept closed but the windows are constantly opened and shut. Throwing-away- bottle hours must be strictly observed
10. There are very few German women whom you find in top management of a German company. German women get less salary compared to their male colleague.
11. It is quite common to have written contract for almost every thing: Renting apartment, Insurance, work contract and many others. Germany is a country of rules and regulations. Your have to register yourself for your address change at "Einwohnermeldeamt" within a week after arrival. (Not for tourists)
12. Heaven (and the Germans) Forbid: In Germany what isn't specifically allowed (erlaubt) is often not so much not allowed as forbidden (verboten)- like walking on grass, playing in the stairwell.
13. Whenever you are invited to a German's home, it is an honour, which should be suitably acknowledged. A dinner at 7 means 7 and not early or late. You should bring a present- a bottle of wine, chocolates or flowers. Paper should be removed from flowers before giving it to the host/ess.
14. The Germans are very polite (not all) and have a lot of respect for courtesies and formalities-Germans go for titles. If somebody is a doctor or professor, you should address him or her as Herr (or Frau) Professor and add the family name.
15. Most managers tend to be around quite a bit, and may work late into the evening. However, their physical presence on the premises does not necessarily make them accessible to anybody but their personal secretary. This particular secretary's job is first and foremost to prevent her boss from being disturbed, and most such secretaries are very good at this.
Keep your appointment and no last minute cancellation or postponement Dress formally unless in the industry.
Arrive punctually (early is even better).
Do not address your host by his first name.
Do not ask for office equipment for your own purpose.
Never overstay your welcome; leave promptly when your host looks at his/her watch.
It is rare for a German to mix business and private life, so don't expect to be invited to Meet wife and children. If you are, it is an honour you should recognise with a small gift and due thanks.
16. Germany is a country of rules and regulations. There is very little that is not in some way ruled and regulated, and this can make life tedious at times.
17. In Germany, what isn't specifically allowed (erlaubt) is often not so much allowed as forbidden (verboten)
Do you agree??
Dragonflex - 23. Mar, 12:32
5 comments - add comment - 0 trackbacks
