Probably because of the close proximity and similar climate, and may due to the fact that Finland was briefly a part of the Russian Empire made to believe that we are similar.Russian coming to Finland for the first time, somehow surprised to find that in this country, many things are "not like us!", And indeed, these strange .. Finns.Finns, for a long time separated from the Russian "Iron Curtain" policy is also unusually take many things Russian.But they are trying.Because of its accommodating mentality expressed in the Finnish saying "Hedgehog is not planed" accept all people as they are carefully studying others' customs, before going to work or just a long trip to another country.They belong to us cautious, simply because recently we had the opportunity to learn.The Finns love to watch our films.The link of both crops was, of course, the most famous Finn Ville Haapsalo Russia.In addition, it gives the Finns cycles of very interesting documentaries about Russia.These films look and those whose lives intersect with Russian, and just curious.
Just Finns love to read books about Russian.One of them - "They have something with the head, these Russian", written by journalist Anna-Lena Lauren - the constant leader of sales.Very popular book and "masculine" look at Russia: Matti Salimyaki and Pentti Lummen "Russian Finns eyes."
In addition, the Finns, who have extensive experience of life in Russia are divided them from the pages of newspapers and magazines.There is even a kind of "code of conduct Russian-type" - to work in Russia or with Russian business partners.For example, 10 major Finnish taboos, carefully collected by my Finnish colleagues, who will have to break, working in Russia.
Flirt and operation - compatible concepts.
Finnish men are much less Russian ladies for flirt and make compliments.And at work - never.It is taboo.Russian also can afford to flirt and frank, and all kinds of spanking, pinching, whispering in your ear.The Finns - even a slap on the shoulder will be seen as flirtation.
Sit down next to me.
Finns zone of personal space - at least a meter.How do they suffer in Russia in the subway or buses!Once a Finn said, "Why, even in line at the box office you stand so close to each other?"."So that no one got to come!" - Proudly parried his Russian counterpart, what has entered into multi-day thoughtfulness Finnish IT- manager.
Even bosses discussed.
Finns greatly surprised the ability of third parties to discuss Russian, koi are not present during the conversation.And it is not clear how the authorities can be discussed.Especially with colleagues at work, and in the absence of the boss.
Colleagues - best friends or worst enemies.All Finns say that in Russia very different attitude in the team.In most cases, colleagues - they are friends.They are invited to his home for tea or something stronger, arrange joint gatherings at work."Once Russian appears more or less the reason for something to note: a birthday or a promotion, they immediately bring refreshments for all colleagues (sweets, cakes and sometimes even a bottle of wine).In Russia, the need to be generous, to demonstrate the breadth of the soul "- taught by one of my acquaintances Finns another of his colleague, poisoned in Russia.Less common
another option at work, as in war.Then colleagues - and envious enemies.In Finland, both - a taboo.Colleagues strictly observe smooth working relationship.A colleague - and a companion and competitor.No revelation, no one does not cover.Finn also have to get used to, it is impossible to report the bad working colleagues.In Russia it is called a "pawn."It's hard to get used to the fact that one person often performs work for other well-intentioned.In Russia it is called "mutual assistance".For Finn - "Nightmare on Elm Street."
few words about the short skirt, neckline and strong spirits.
Many Russian firms, finally introduced a dress code.Still, Russian women tend to skirt up and slides down the neck uncontrollably.By the abundance of Russian cosmetics in working hours have gradually got used to the whole world, but spirits continue to torment the Finnish colleagues.Some Finnish bosses forbid the use of spirits.The Finns there is an unspoken taboo against the use of perfume, cutouts, skirts above the knee, and tight tissue on the job.Finns male constantly complain of such difficulties when working in Russian collectives.
low, full, and please do not worry bald
Finns shocking overt chauvinism in employment.Familiar to us ad: "Wanted Secretary, a woman no older than 25, and the growth of not less than 170" called to calm the hearts of Finnish burning desire to appeal to the League for Human Rights.
How much do you earn?
Russian attitude to the salary and all the money violates another Finnish taboo topic of income not subject to discussion.Even among close relatives.In Russia, the topic of money - the subject of heated discussions with colleagues and housemates.
pah-pah, touch wood
untranslatable, incomprehensible magic spell Russian, part of the traditional ritual.The essence of it is that you can and should discuss their financial situation, complaining that you are missing that life becomes more expensive, and all of you need something.Constantly repeat, you are tired of all, as you all tired ... That would go far and long.Ask other colleagues, how much, for example, a bag Masha from the second division and where she bought her, distressed that you can not afford it.Ritual work "to attract money and luck."The principle of ritual - an ancient mystery.
own compliance of the ritual breaks even at the bottom of the Finnish tabu- bad mood and pessimism.I am ashamed to show people that you are unhappy with something that you do not have enough money or tired of the work.
Who is delayed today after work?
stay at work - for the Finn is not even a taboo, this is nonsense.Although Finland is respected job, and all Finns equally well performed his duty as president of the company, and postman, but no one will peretruzhdaetsya, taking work home or to stay overtime.Weekends and holidays - too sacred.
I whisper to you in response
emotional and Russian gestures sometimes causes irritation as much as annoying in the opposite Finns."A loud voice - a sign of emptiness" - says a Finnish proverb.Many Finnish companies, people behave like a library.The loudest sound would be a boiling kettle.
However, all of the above - it's like they say, the flowers.
There are 4 things that hurt our partners to the depths of the Finnish soul:
Delays .Finns hold the designated time, preferably up to a minute.Finn, who worked in Moscow, said that he always went 2 hours before, in addition to the normal time, given Moscow's traffic jams and never allowed himself to be late, while his Russian colleagues could never come to a meeting, referring to thosethe cork.
Changing solutions in the process .Finns - people word.They very carefully make their decisions and do not change them.Russian - a creative people: decisions are made quickly, but just as quickly discarded."Depending on the weather and the euro", - as a joke for us Finns.Our sayings of action "at random", that drinking champagne is the one who runs the risk, the risk of all - "a noble cause" - all this frankly scares Finnish entrepreneurs.The Finns others saying: "Give oath - anyway, what to do," .Poetomu Finns can be trusted before signing the contract.
«Money in the morning - evening chairs» , - the famous phrase of Ostap Bender was the motto of Russian entrepreneurs.For the Finns such mistrust - a sign of extreme disrespect.It is accepted, on the contrary, first, to deliver the goods (service), that is, first chairs.
initiative is punishable .In Russia it is accepted receive instructions from superiors.Finns workers themselves invent a job and offer their superiors for consideration.Mysterious Russian principle expressed in the saying - "What do you want most of all it is necessary, sit on the priest exactly" - causing consternation among Finns.Then what about work?
«I would like to visit a Russian!»
There are many things that Finns respect and even love in Russian culture.First of all, Russian hospitality and the relationship of friends.Finns have once visited the Russian guest, dream it again and aspirated share impressions with friends.
Not that the Finns did not go to visit other Drogo, just do it completely differently.All of the following demands from the Finnish pre-moral training.
1. We decided to go to the Russian guests "just so".Without reason and understanding.
2. A characteristic feature of the Russian Kitchen gatherings are late and talk "for life".
3. If you are invited for dinner, you will be greeted at the door, remove the coat, offer slippers (you can grab your own!).If it is a gala dinner, the ladies are likely to bring high heels.
4. You will be served table with merchant scale, though at a party could only have you and your wife.At the table, the guests decided to take care of: pouring wine, cast in the plate and offer food to offer.
5. Eat a lot of need, and be sure to praise the food, it is advisable to ask the recipe of some dishes.
6. Do not be surprised if in the New Year celebrations in Russia, you are invited to the 11:30 pm to 6 am you will consume cognac, champagne Dressed Herring, salad Olivier and jelly, then you will be positioned to bed, and the feast will continue inapartment for three days.
7. At the table to say toasts.Obligatory toast for love, for women and for parents.
8. Guests are taken to see off.At least to the bus, and possibly dilute the guest home by car.
9. When you leave the hospitable Russian house, you will be put on a coat, and is likely to gather with anything from delicious homemade food, Russian call it "on track."
Council shall meet "in Russian guests", as follows:
1. Do not come to visit empty-handed.
What exactly do you bring, not too important: a box of chocolates, flowers or a toy for their child.Russian owners are waiting for the guests, preparing meals and buying the best delicacies that for themselves do not usually buy.Your gift - a sign of respect.
2.Vyuchite least 1 Russian toast, for example - "For You!»
3. Do not dress too simple.
If you are invited to visit - find out how many visitors will be, which will host the dinner.It is possible that you have been invited to the country: keep in mind, Russian dacha - sometimes richer Finnish home.There is also a Russian custom to invite guests to the leased premises or restaurants.So even if you are invited "a barbecue" try to dress smartly.
6. Get used to share his personal life.Communication in the company replaces the Russian psychologists, doctors and lawyers.It is assumed here to ask advice, make recommendations and advice.
7. The party or any celebration at the Russian made a loud laugh, dance and violently express emotions.
8. Do not say: "I'm sorry to speak to you."In Russia, so they say only beggars in transport.
Here we are so different - diverse, sometimes conflicting, but that does not mean that some of us are better, others worse.We are so different, and so we are together!
Articles Source: terve.su
