France! Austin Williams

France Population: 62,616,488 Religion: France is 80% Catholic, and the other 20% is Protestant Location: Is off the North Atlantic Ocean, South of Belgium, and North of Spain

Helpful Information France’s Flag is Red, White, and Blue, Like our Own The flag was brought Up by the “French Revolution!” Frances’ Currency is the Euro About $0.75 to $1.00 of our $$

Things to Know B4 Traveling! For U.S. Citizens, we get to enter at any day for up to 90 days on a Tourists Pass! It is just as safe if Not more then the U.S.! Speed Limit on Motorways (Highways) 130km/hr, all others differ from city to city.

Words to Know! Hello  Bonjour Bye  Au Revoir How are you?  Alles Vous Please  S'il Vous Plaît Thank You  Merci

Making An Appointment The best time to schedule meetings is 11:00 a.m. or 3:30 p.m. Business meetings: It’s alright to arrive ten minutes after the scheduled time

Business Dress Senior managers’ dress is formal for both men and women, whether in business or social situations. If you play in that league, you must do your best to make clothing choices that are tasteful and stylish.

Conversation The French quickly get emotional, even in business situations. Be prepared to answer questions about your own country, especially regarding political matters and its history. It is extremely bad manners to ask an individual about his political leanings or who he has voted for.

Addressing Others Use of first names has become common for colleagues at work. "Madame" is a basic title of courtesy for all women, as is "Monsieur" for men.

Behavior If you can't speak French, preface what you are saying whenever possible with: "Excusez-moi, s'il vous plait, de vous deranger, mais je ne parle pas francais" ("Please excuse me for bothering you, but I do not speak French"). If you say these words, you are more likely to receive assistance.

Gift Giving Giving presents is acceptable here, but exercise discretion. Gifts are expected for social events, especially as thank-you after a dinner party.

Negotiating Most businesspeople in France read English, so there is no need to have your business card translated into French. Most businesspeople in France read English, so there is no need to have your business card translated into French. It's strongly recommended that you learn basic French phrases and use them whenever possible. Your efforts will be well appreciated and remembered. The French will soon revert to English if they see you floundering. It's strongly recommended that you learn basic French phrases and use them whenever possible. Your efforts will be well appreciated and remembered. The French will soon revert to English if they see you floundering.

Entertaining (Dining) Business lunches are preferred to dinners. Actual business, however, is not supposed to be conducted during lunch or dinner. Sharing a meal is intended to help establish a personal acquaintance. A business lunch will start at 12:30 or 1:00 p.m. and may last until 3:00 p.m. or later if required

Conclusion…Finally! Both the U.S. have similarities, but at the same time they are unique in their own way! So if you’re looking for a place to go just to have fun a site see… then France is the place to be!