Our aim is to provide our members with useful and practical insights into Norwegian culture. Doing business with Norwegians is a great opportunity to better understand the culture and the way business relationships are built.
The instructor is Karin Ellis (CEO of Ellis Culture), author of the books ‘Working with Norwegians’, ‘Applying for jobs in Norway’ and ‘Flerkulturelle arbeidsplasser’. Karin has 30 years’ experience from Norwegian companies with an international presence and has extensive knowledge about Norwegian business culture. Karin also has several years’ experience with developing and conducting intercultural training.
Join our upcoming online seminar “Doing Business with Norwegians” and learn how understanding the Norwegian mentality and business culture: we will cover key aspects of Norwegian business culture, including meetings, negotiations, and decision-making. We will also discuss marketing strategies and why approaches that work in Lithuania may not always be effective in Norway.
Also, participants will engage in reflection and discussion based on real-life workplace situations, with the opportunity to address specific challenges they may be facing. Finally, we will explore how to navigate an unpredictable environment, including unwritten workplace rules and practical tips for adapting effectively.
During this seminar you will gain valuable insights into:
1. Cultural traits of Norwegian workplaces
2. How to market products for the Norwegian market
3. Planning horizons and decision-making processes
4. Business meetings and dress code expectations
5. Negotiation styles with Norwegian partners
6. Gift-giving, corruption rules, and professional ethics
7. How to navigate an unclear and sometimes unpredictable business environment
Member price: 40
Non-member price: 80
Silver – 50 %
Gold – Free