When you say something to German colleagues, they take it seriously as a commitment. If you mention you will send information by Friday, they expect it Friday.
If you indicate interest in a meeting, they will follow up to schedule it. This is not about being rigid—it reflects genuine respect for what people say. Your words create expectations that others plan around.
This means being careful about what you commit to and reliable about following through. Avoid casual statements about what you might do; either commit clearly or make clear you are not committing. When Germans make statements to you, take them at face value.
If they say the report will be ready Monday, plan on Monday. This mutual expectation that words mean what they say creates trust and enables reliable collaboration. Germany Communication
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