by Dagmar R. | Sep 17, 2015 | Business
Advertising in Turkey, like advertising everywhere, often uses cultural conventions to sell products. If you have to work on an advertising campaign aimed at the general public, it may be worth talking to a Turkish colleague about how to fit it better around local...
by Dagmar R. | Aug 13, 2015 | Business
When meeting prospective Turkish business partners for the first time, it is a good idea to get to know them on a personal level. Ask about your contact’s family (without being too prying or personal). Questions about children will always be welcomed. When greeting a...
by Dagmar R. | Jul 14, 2015 | Business
Türkische Firmen investieren weiter in Europa! Neben zwei Investoren aus China und Japan wurde der türkische Nuss-Spezialist Tadım am 22. Juni 2015 mit dem vom Wirtschaftsministerium Nordrhein-Westfalen und der landeseigenen Wirtschaftsförderungsgesellschaft...
by Dagmar R. | Jul 1, 2015 | Business
Over the past fifteen years, the Turkish currency, the Turkish Lira (TRY *) depreciated considerably against the US dollar and the Euro. During this period, inflation was Turkey’s main economic challenge. The hyperinflational periods which plagued Turkey in the...
by Dagmar R. | Jun 23, 2015 | Business
If you are used to an “Anglo-American” business culture, the Turkish hierarchy will almost certainly be the biggest difference in working style you will experience. Whilst employees of a big firm or government office may well be good friends outside the office, it is...
by Dagmar R. | Apr 8, 2015 | Business, Culture
Be on time for a meeting! Southern European countries may have a reputation for being laid back about time, but don’t be late for a business meeting! Turkish business etiquette dictates, where lateness happens, it is usually the privilege of the more powerful party:...
