Excerpted from the Denmark Career Guide
Danish is the main language spoken
in Denmark, with English being a close second. Government employees
can generally speak and write in English, and most Danes do not mind
conducting business in English. Therefore, interpreters are seldom
required; however, it is always deemed polite to know a few words or
phrases in Danish and to know something about the culture.
Business practices in Denmark are
very similar to those in North America. Formality varies from
company to company. In most business situations, appointments are
required. Punctuality is a must for all occasions; it is considered
extremely rude to be late.
Danish workplaces are characterized
by an absence of the highly hierarchical structure found in many
other countries. The line of command between the boss and the
employees is short and in principle, everyone--regardless of
education, position or social status--is regarded as an equal. When
working in Denmark, the possibilities are often good for exerting
influence on the company and co-determining the content of one’s
work. There is a tradition of delegating responsibility, allowing
employees to participate in decision-making, and investing in the
employees’ further education and skill development.
This is just a sample of what you'll find in the complete Denmark guide.
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