Keeping with the German theme, I'm wondering if this is a Bavaria only thing or not. The chap in the office next door to me, half Italian / half German, insists on a firm handshake every time me meet. I'm not talking about a casual one either, but the upright vertical sort as if we're a band of brothers. A very nice chap all the same.
- Visitors can check out the Forum FAQ by clicking this link. You have to register before you can post: click the REGISTER link above to proceed. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. View our Forum Privacy Policy.
- Want to receive the latest contracting news and advice straight to your inbox? Sign up to the ContractorUK newsletter here. Every sign up will also be entered into a draw to WIN £100 Amazon vouchers!
A firm handshake every time we meet
Collapse
X
-
A firm handshake every time we meet
"Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience". Mark Twain -
Don't forget to look them in the eye and say prost before you sup your beer.While you're waiting, read the free novel we sent you. It's a Spanish story about a guy named 'Manual.' -
Comment
-
The French seem to shake hands when they first see you in the morning. Seems to be a cultural thing over there.Comment
-
-
-
Its a Bavaria - Italo thing, very similar to the 'kerchiefs in back pockets. They type of handshake corresponds to the type of 'relationship' you will be having
Does he also wear Lederhosen: http://www.amazon.de/Bockle%C2%AE-Ba.../dp/B00DDX8MSI“Brexit is having a wee in the middle of the room at a house party because nobody is talking to you, and then complaining about the smell.”Comment
-
Comment
-
Had a nigerian fella join at my last but one place, shook the entire teams hand every evening before going home. Only lasted a month until they binned him, lovely fella but a cr@p testerComment
-
You know that more than 3 shakes is considered a wank?“Brexit is having a wee in the middle of the room at a house party because nobody is talking to you, and then complaining about the smell.”Comment
- Home
- News & Features
- First Timers
- IR35 / S660 / BN66
- Employee Benefit Trusts
- Agency Workers Regulations
- MSC Legislation
- Limited Companies
- Dividends
- Umbrella Company
- VAT / Flat Rate VAT
- Job News & Guides
- Money News & Guides
- Guide to Contracts
- Successful Contracting
- Contracting Overseas
- Contractor Calculators
- MVL
- Contractor Expenses
Advertisers
Contractor Services
CUK News
- How should a creditors’ meeting ideally pan out for unpaid suppliers? Yesterday 21:16
- IR35: Substitution — updated for 2025/26 Yesterday 05:45
- Payment request to bust recruitment agency — free template Sep 16 21:04
- Why licensing umbrella companies must be key to 2027’s regulation Sep 16 13:55
- Top 5 Chapter 11 JSL myths contractors should know Sep 15 03:46
- Top 5 Chapter 11 JSL myths contractors should know Sep 14 15:46
- What the housing market needs at Autumn Budget 2025 Sep 10 20:58
- Qdos hit by cybersecurity ‘attack’ Sep 10 01:01
- Why party conference season 2025 is a self-employment policy litmus test Sep 9 09:53
- Labour decommissions Freelance Commissioner idea Sep 8 08:56
Comment