What Makes Germans Tick? Understanding German Culture in Multiple Contexts 

Whether you have been wondering what makes your German friends or colleagues tick for a long time, or whether you are taking your very first German language course this fall and are new to the culture – this two-hour class might be for you!

Come and explore the values, attitude and beliefs Germans share and express in their day-to-day behavior – at work or in social contexts.

This class will offer:
An overview of why Germans “do what they do”, i.e., the values they share

• Insight on how to build long-lasting relationships with your German colleagues and friends
• Case studies analyzing differences in behaviors between Germans and Americans
• Strategies for success at the German-US interface whether in the office, as a business traveler in Germany or when interacting with your German neighbors or friends

Facilitator
Rita Wuebbeler, President of INTERGLOBE Cross-Cultural Business Services, Inc. has been in the business of teaching people how to communicate across cultures effectively for over 25 years. Born in Germany and having lived on both sides of the Atlantic for equal amounts of time, she has a keen understanding of the cultural differences between Germans and Americans and has made it her life’s work to help individuals and organizations become more effective at navigating the cultural divide. For more information: www.interglobeweb.net, rwuebbeler@interglobeweb.net or 404-915-2340.

*Price: $75 for Goethe members, $95 for non-members
*Includes a light continental breakfast