Intercultural training Austria

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Build and deepen your relationship with Austrian business partners and develop your intercultural competencies through our Intercultural Training Austria. Please feel free to contact us!

Through our Intercultural Training Austria you will optimise communication with your Austrian business partners for an improved collaboration.

Austria, an industrial nation located in the heart of Europe which distinguishes itself by economic progress, security and quality of life. Since 1955, Austria is a member of the United Nations, a founder of the OECD and member of the European Union since 1995. The national economy primarily benefits a lot from international tourism as it is worldwide known as a unique and beautiful destination.

Extend your intercultural competencies and deepen your understanding of the Austrian mentality through our Intercultural Training Austria. We offer background knowledge on Austria and practice-oriented recommendation for a successful long-term cooperation with your Austrian business partners.

Learn more about Austrians and how to deal with Austrian customers, suppliers, colleagues and employees by enrolling in our Intercultural Training Austria.

CultureWaves offers background know-how and practice-oriented recommendations for working with Austrian business partners to you and your employees on site or virtually..

We are looking forward to advising you and to tailoring the Intercultural Austria Training to your specific needs!

What you can expect from our Intercultural Training Austria

By completing the training participants will:

sharpen their perception and develop a broader understanding of different perspectives
understand the impact of cultural values on people’s behaviour, communication and work style
gain a better understanding of Austrian society and traditions as well as their impact on work life

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anticipate what behaviour may confuse Austrian business partners and gain a deeper understanding of their reactions
be able to adapt to Austrian everyday life more effectively
understand which competencies are important to operate with intercultural sensitivity
know helpful strategies to communicate successfully with Austrian business Partners

We are looking forward to advising you and to tailoring the Intercultural Training Austria to your specific needs!

You can reach us via phone +49 (0)2227 908 6252 and email contact@culturewaves.com. Or just use our contact form.

Intercultural Training Austria – Possible content:

Understanding Austria – Self-perception and perception by others

living and working in Austria: tradition faces modernity
the influence of geopolitical, historical and societal developments on Austrian business mentality
the importance of history and its impact on relations with other European countries

Communication with Austrian business partners

indirect and direct communication styles
the importance of status and titles in the Austrian business world
the balancing act between traditional business plans and innovative, risky projects
making contact and using titles properly in Austria: addressing formally or informally
the business language: Austrian German accent and its characteristics

Meetings, team- and project work

the relevance of punctuality and organisation for your Austrian colleagues
challenges and pitfalls when working with new colleagues
the right appearance in meetings
how to better understand and interpret the behaviour of your Austrian colleagues

Leadership

preferred leadership styles in Austria
your role as a manager: leading Austrian teams successfully
feedback and criticism
initiating decision-making processes in an Austrian business context

How to behave in difficult and challenging situations

how to deal with conflicts – and save the face of your negotiation partner
showing patience during decision-making processes
allow discussions and reaching consensus
taking the Austrian sense of identity into account

Presenting and negotiating in Austria

smooth proceedings with your Austrian business partners
creating presentations for an Austrian audience: agenda, content, structure and visualisation
methods to encourage a productive exchange of ideas

Business trips – tips and recommendations

travelling to Austria – expected forms of behaviour and taboo topics
Austrian „cosiness“ and hospitality

Summary of key learnings

Wrap up and practical recommendations for working with Austrian colleagues and business partners

Do you have specific needs?

CultureWaves tailors the Intercultural Training Austria according to your current needs and business-specific challenges.

Intercultural Training Austria – How, where and for whom?

customized to target group and specific topics
for employees of all levels, professionals and leaders
individual or group training
face-to-face or virtual
on-site or off-site

We are looking forward to advising you and to tailoring the Intercultural Training Austria to your specific needs!

Intercultural Training Austria – methodology and approach

CultureWaves offers behaviour-oriented training which is characterized by focussing on the participants’ needs, interactive approaches and practical relevance.

Our approach comprises background information to better understand business mentalities, interactive group exercises, and up-to-date videos and graphics. Participants are given an opportunity to work on case studies, participate in group discussions, and reflect on what they have heard. In addition, we provide you with practice-oriented recommendations designed to help your business success.

If you are interested please feel free to contact us!

We are looking forward to write an offer for you or to answer any remaining questions.

About CultureWaves

Since 1999, CultureWaves has helped companies to manage important business relationships, as they open up and develop new in their international business as well as in processes of change and going international.

Our team of more than 120 experts offers consulting, coaching, training, workshops, key-note speeches and process support for international businesses and their employees worldwide.