Excerpted from the Belgium Career Guide
Employment in Belgium typically requires excellent language skills. Usually
candidates are thoroughly tested for language fluency, especially if the
position requires business interaction with Flemish, French, German, or
English-speaking groups.
Business practice in Belgium is quite formal, and a system of hierarchy is followed in everyday operations. Age, seniority, and position are valued.
Respect and courtesy are the norm. While dress codes vary with the industry or company, for an interview business suits are expected of both men and women. Belgians place strong emphasis on carriage and posture, and look with disfavor on casual physical contact, such as patting on the back.
At the beginning and end of the interview (or any business meeting), everyone present shakes hands with everyone else, including the secretary. You should address each person by title, but remember that terms of address will vary with the region. Even business cards are printed in French on one side and Flemish on the other.
During the interview, expect formality and strong eye contact. Belgians look for honesty, competence, quiet self-confidence, and creativity; neither arrogance nor negativity is appropriate.
This is just a sample of what you'll find in the complete guide.
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