Excerpted from the Finland Career Guide
In preparation for your interview, dress neatly and appropriately. In the
business world, Finns dress conservatively, usually dark business suits
in the winter and light suits in the summer for both men and women. You
should also familiarize yourself with the place of the meeting so that you
will be on time. Organization and punctuality are expected.
Usually an interview starts with introductions, handshakes with everyone present, and the exchange of business cards. You should address executives and professionals by their titles and surnames, and those without titles as Mr., Mrs., or Ms., with the surname.
The meeting moves quickly to the business discussion, with little preliminary conversation. During the discussion, let the interviewer set the direction, and do not interrupt or attempt to fill long silences. When questioned, it is to your benefit to explain you achievements thoroughly, but not to boast or appear over-confident; the Finns are a hard-working and modest people and prefer straightforward and honest communication. You should feel free during the conversation to ask questions about the job, the lines of authority, your colleagues, and your responsibilities, but avoid raising the issue of salary or benefits early in the process.
This is just a sample of what you'll find in the complete guide.
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