 Italy
Historically, economic and
social differences have existed between southern
and northern Italians. However, with improved
economic and social conditions in the south and
media influences, such differences are declining.
Nevertheless some still exist. For example,
Italians in the industrial north value
punctuality, reliability, organisation and
financial success. They do not want to waste
time. They also have a low tolerance for
organised crime and official corruption.
Southern Italians value
family more so than economic success. They are
more tolerant about punctuality enjoying a more
leisurely life with a more relaxed manner about
the pressure of time. Subsequently, they appear
to have a warmer character and to be more
friendly to visitors.
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| Italian
Business Etiquette and Protocol |
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Networking
Businesswomen
Protocols, Business Cards, Introductions.
Making Appointments
Time for appointment.
Business hours.
Gift giving.
Dress
Restaurant Dress.
Invitation to visit.
Who Pays?
Conversation Topics
Tipping.
~ 2250 words
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| Italian Do's
& Don'ts |
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Physical
Gestures that should or shouldn't be used
to avoid offence,
Cultural Do's and Don'ts,
Manners,
Taboos
and Customs.
~1320 words
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| Italian Food
& Drink Issues |
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Dining
Etiquette and entertaining,
Do's and don'ts when dining, Manners.
Types of eating establishments.
~1640 words
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| Italian
Travel Issues |
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Seasons to
travel
Personal Safety
Precautions in Italy
Common tricks of criminals
Terrorist Activities.
Female Issues
Italian Toilets
Car Accidents
Dual citizenship
Souvenirs
Time zone.
Public Holidays
Festivals and Celebrations
Mains Power.
~1800 words
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| Italian
Negotiation Issues |
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What to expect,
How to negotiate.
Etiquette and Manners when Negotiating.
Hints and Warnings in Negotiation.
~ 1420 words.
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