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DENMAR

DENMAR. DENMARK. Background. Once the seat of Viking raiders and later a major north European power, Denmark has evolved into a modern, prosperous nation that is participating in the general political and economic integration of Europe. It joined NATO in 1949 and the EEC (now the EU) in 1973.

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DENMAR

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  1. DENMAR DENMARK

  2. Background • Once the seat of Viking raiders and later a major north European power, Denmark has evolved into a modern, prosperous nation that is participating in the general political and economic integration of Europe. It joined NATO in 1949 and the EEC (now the EU) in 1973.

  3. Overview • Over 98% of the population speak Danish. • The currency of Denmark is the Krone. Almost equal to the EURO. • The population of Denmark is 5,500,510 • 10.54 births/1,000 ... 10.22 deaths/1,000 population ... A very nice flow of people, as the amount of people that leave Denmark, about the same are born, this helps keep the population constant. • Religion: Evangelical Lutheran 95%, other Christian (includes Protestant and Roman Catholic) 3%, Muslim 2%.

  4. Some General Rules • Most Danes are modest about their own accomplishments and are more concerned about the group than their own individual needs. • Everyone is expected to follow the rules, if they are written or merely understood. • They expect well-mannered behaviour from everyone. • Talk in moderate tones and do not do anything to call attention to yourself.

  5. Culture and Business Ethics • Appointments are necessary. • Confirm appointments in writing. • Initial correspondence should be made to the company and not an individual. • Do not try to schedule meetings from mid June through mid August as many Danes are on vacation. • You should arrive at meetings on time. The Danes you are meeting will be punctual. Telephone immediately if you will be detained more than 5 minutes.

  6. Culture and Business Ethics • Shake hands with everyone upon arriving and leaving. Handshakes should be very firm and rather short. Maintain eye contact while being introduced. Always shake hands with women first. • Business cards are exchanged. Your business card should have the physical address of your company and not a post office box. • Danes use their professional title and their surname. If someone does not have a professional title, use (Mister), Fru (Misses) or Froken (Miss). Nonetheless, wait to be invited before using someone's first name.

  7. Business Negotiation • Send an agenda before the meeting and work from it without deviation. • Decisions are made after consulting with everyone involved. • Presentations should be well-organized and factual. Use facts, figures and charts to back up statements and conclusions. • Maintain eye contact while speaking. • There will be a minimal amount of small talk. Danes prefer to get down to business quickly. • Communication is direct.

  8. Gift Giving • Danes give gifts to family and close friends for birthdays and Christmas. • If invited to a Danish home for dinner, bring flowers, good quality chocolates or good quality wine. A bouquet of mixed wildflowers makes an excellent gift. • Flowers should be wrapped. • If you are invited to dinner or a party, it is polite to send flowers in advance of the event. • Red wrapping paper is always a good choice. • Gifts are opened when received.

  9. Family Values and Culture • Most families are small. • Marriage is not a prerequisite to starting a family. Many couples live together without legalizing the arrangement with marriage. • If invited to a Danish home:

  10. Family Values and Culture • Arrive on time. Danes are punctual in both business and social situations. • Check to see if you should remove your shoes before entering the house. • Contact the host ahead of time to see if they would like you to bring a dish. • Offer to help the host with the preparation or clearing up after a meal is served. • Danes enjoy showing off their homes since they have usually done the decorating themselves and are proud of their accomplishments. Therefore, they are happy when you ask for a tour of their house. • DO NOT DISCUSS BUSINESS

  11. Flag Symbolism • The national flag of Denmark is more commonly known as the Dannebrog • White - peace and honesty • Red - hardiness, bravery & strength. • Dannebrog is a Cross, and Sweden's, Norway'sand Finland's came after Denamarks. Dannebrog was the inspiration.

  12. Popular Activities • Football (soccer) is the national and the most played sport of Denmark, with over 296, 818 players. • A lot of water results in many different aquatic activities; swimming canoeing kayaking, windsurfing and sailing • Tennis • Cycling • Hiking • Paragliding • Fishing • Horse Riding • Golfing

  13. Caroline Wozniack Carolineis a very famous Danish tennis player. She currently ranks No. 4 in the world.

  14. Food and Drinks • Danish cuisine features the products suited to its cool and moist northern climate: barley, potatoes, rye, beetroot, greens, berries, and mushrooms are locally grown, and dairy products are one of its specialties. • Danes do not eat out very often. Eating out in restaurantsis rather expensive. The expense is due in part to the country's high taxes, which are included in the cost of restaurant meals. • A traditional breakfast is buttered bread, Danish skæreost (sliced cheese), a buttery creamy white cheese (often Danish havarti, Danbo or Danish tilsit), strawberryjam and a lot of coffee. • The majority of adult Danes work, and therefore bring along a packed lunch. • Fish, seafood and meat are prominent parts of any traditional Danish dish.

  15. Holidays • New Year’s Day – January 1 • Palm Sunday – Sunday before Easter Sunday • Maundy Thursday – The Thursday before Easter Sunday • Good Friday – The Friday before Easter Sunday • Easter Sunday – March/April • Easter Monday – The day after Easter Sunday • General Prayer Day – The 4th Friday after Easter • Ascension Day - 40 days after Easter • Whit Sunday – 7 weeks after Easter • Whit Monday – 7 weeks+1 day after Easter • Christmas – December 25 & 26

  16. Randoms • The Danes haven't been a threat to anyone for hundreds of years. • Faroe Islands used to belong to Norway, but not any more. Norway lost the islands after the King of Norway had lost drunken poker game with King of Denmark. • In 1989 Denmark become the very first European country to legalize same-sex marriages and offer for gay partnership the same rights as for heterosexual couples. • Among other things Danish people have invented the widely known children playthings LEGOLego started to produce toys in 1932. The really interesting fact is that , for more than sixty years over 320 billion units of Lego bricks all around the Globe were sold. If we make very simple calculation we found out that every human being in the world is owner of about 56 Lego bricks.

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