Greece is relatively advanced in terms of gender equality in the workplace and foreign business women will be treated fairly and with respect. It is, however, important to maintain a professional approach and distance with male colleagues.

Although it is still fairly unusual to find senior female managers at the very highest levels of Greek-owned organizations, many multi-nationals promote Greek women to positions of authority.

Foreign business women may be surprised to find themselves complimented on their looks or fashion sense by male colleagues — this is all part of 'old-fashioned' Greek charm and should be taken as such.