Corporate Consultancy
- Tip 1
- Egalitarianism is one of the driving characteristics of Swedes. This leads Swedes to be consensus-oriented in many situations.
- Tip 2
- Swedes expect to be allowed to perform their allotted tasks free from interference from others.
- Tip 3
- Business structures tend to be flat with good, open communication across the functions.
- Tip 4
- Managers are expected to include subordinates in the decision-making process. 'Buy-in' is central to the Swedish approach.
- Tip 5
- Swedes tend to make good team players, realising the importance of open communication and the need for acceptance from other team members.
- Tip 6
- Due to the consensual nature of the Swedish approach, meetings can be lengthy and verbose.
- Tip 7
- Delegates are expected to arrive well-prepared for meetings. Agendas are often used and usually adhered to.
- Tip 8
- Decision taking can also be a lengthy process as the necessary debate and consensus process is gone through.
- Tip 9
- Punctuality is essential in Sweden. Lack of punctuality can undermine professional credibility.
- Tip 10
- Swedes put business before relationships and business relationships are based on respect for competence and diligence.
