Albanians dress well in business gatherings. Businessmen dress well with their coats and ties. Shoes are always shined and free of dust. Dress suits are common for women. They also prefer wearing skirts or pants and tops. Women have their hair and make up done. Albanians like to be addressed with their titles like attorneys, doctors, engineers, economists.
In meetings, Albanians are not fond of giving introductions. So if you are a foreigner and found yourself not introduced yet, then it is very much fine that you introduce yourself automatically to the crowd. Also, if, say, a mayor or a CEO, passes you, you must stand because this basically means respect for them and that you acknowledge their power.
In negotiations, decisions are not promptly made. Decision-making may take awhile so patience is needed here. It is best to maintain proper composure all even after the meeting. Showing gestures of frustration or anger are to be avoided.
In meetings, Albanians are not fond of giving introductions. So if you are a foreigner and found yourself not introduced yet, then it is very much fine that you introduce yourself automatically to the crowd. Also, if, say, a mayor or a CEO, passes you, you must stand because this basically means respect for them and that you acknowledge their power.
In negotiations, decisions are not promptly made. Decision-making may take awhile so patience is needed here. It is best to maintain proper composure all even after the meeting. Showing gestures of frustration or anger are to be avoided.
Will keep that in mind when dealing with 'em!
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haha. i confused albanians to albinos.the whole time i was reading it, i thought that albinos now have their own country! Judith Gilmore
ReplyDeleteIs that serious? You should go read more often, Judith. At least you learned something new today. :)
ReplyDeletereally now? Thanks for the info.
ReplyDeleteyou are so funny Judith. i hope you were not serious with your comment.
ReplyDeleteHaha for you Judith. you just tickled me. thanks for your cute comment.
ReplyDeleteYeah, that was some funny shiz. But anyway, nce articles you have in here about Albanians.
ReplyDeleteit is normal, i think, that decisions will take for awhile. you wouldn't want making a wrong decision.
ReplyDeleteThat's cool. And you're right, they really are businessmen with class.
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