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Switzerland
Introduction
Key Facts
Chapter 01 LAND & PEOPLE
? Climate
? Geographical Snapshot
? Languages
? A Brief History
? Government
? Foreign Policy
? The Swiss People Today
? Cities
Chapter 02 VALUES & ATTITUDES
? Unity Not Uniformity
? Responsible Citizens
? Social Control
? A Self-Policing Society
? Klartext (Clarity)
? Transparency and Secrecy
? Language and Identity
? Work Ethic
Chapter 03 CUSTOMS & TRADITIONS
? Festivals and Celebrations
? Remembering History
? Public Holidays
? Religious Landscape
Chapter 04 MAKING FRIENDS
? Distance and Small Talk
? Greetings
? Kissing
? Doing “Dudsis ”
? The Expatriate Community
? Attitude Toward Foreigners
? Invitations Home
? The Apéro
? Coffee Culture
? Neighborly Behavior
? Take the Opportunity
Chapter 05 THE SWISS AT HOME
? Heimatort
? Living Space
? The Laundry Room
? Living Conditions
? Education
? Military Service
? Daily Life
? Shopping
? Working Hours
? Residence Permits for Foreigners
? Visas
Chapter 06 TIME OUT
? Clubs and Associations
? Restaurants
? Café Society
? Retail Therapy
? Banking Hours
? Art,Music, and Popular Culture
? Outdoor Pursuits
Chapter 07 TRAVELING
? Where to Stay
? Ski Resorts
? Driving
? Trains
? Health
Chapter 08 BUSINESS BRIEFING
? The Swiss Economy
? Labor Relations
? Presentation and Listening Styles
? Etiquette and Protocol
? Negotiating Style
? Teamwork
? Decision Making
? Promise and Fulfi llment
? Management Style
? Differences Between Germans and Swiss
? Women in the Workplace
Chapter 09 COMMUNICATING
? Face-to-Face
? Television, Radio, and Electronic Media
? Newspapers and Magazines
? Services
? Conclusion
Appendices
? Ski Resorts
? Places
? People
Exercises