Unlike the varied automatic translations that you will find on the market, our French translations are performed by human translators, who specialize in the field you need and who know your target audience. Because we only work with native French-speaking translators, we can guarantee that our service will successfully push your project into international waters, whether in the legal, commercial or academic field. French Language: Dubbed by some "the language of love" and associated with hundreds of artists, scientists and philosophers, French has positioned itself as one of the most relevant languages over time. Its origin dates back to the conquest of the Roman Empire over the territory that is now known as France, where, thanks to the introduction and mixing of Latin with the languages of various ethnic groups, French was born. It is one of the most studied Romance languages in the world, being taught in schools on 5 continents. French today: French is the official language of more than 25 countries around the world, as well as organizations of global importance such as the UN and WTO,and it is estimated that more than 220 million people speak this language. However, the importance of this lies not only in the above, but also in the fact that it is one of the most widely used languages on the Internet, both for the creation of content, and for internet users, something to be taken into account in an increasingly interconnected world. The relevance of French prevails due to the position of the French economy in Europe,where it is now considered the second most important, causing more and more entrepreneurs interested in entering the French market. However, the difficulty of this task will fall to the level of familiarity you have with French business culture, so here are some tips for entering the French market: 1. English is not enough: in the world of international business it is common to address a meeting or negotiation by speaking English, an international language par excellence. However, the French are proud of their language and prioritize it, so when you have your first contact with a French entrepreneur, it is advisable to know at least a little of their language. No matter if it's a few sentences, they'll appreciate your interest. Never start the conversation in English, always in French and, if you do not know the language, you can start by apologising for this, although, likewise, we advise you to try to learn basic phrases to make communication more affable. 2. Look for your chance: France is a country with a great industry and climatic variety, but elements like counter-station production play very much in favor of the southern hemisphere. Fruits such as kiwi and cherries, avocado, and red fruits generally account for a large percentage of French imports. In addition, seafood also has their space (both raw materials and food products), as well as other sectors where you can also try your luck, such as audiovisual and cellulose industry. However, don't forget that France's top importers are European, so you have to match their standards. 3. Be formal and professional: this may be obvious advice, but it is never others. French entrepreneurs care a lot about formality and professionalism. When presenting your ideas, they should be clear, logical and realistic. In addition, it is advised that, if the person making the final decision does not attend the meeting, a definitive answer can be given anyway, i.e. that there is freedom to negotiate. Finally, it's important to be analytical and maintain eye contact when speaking, as well as a good personal presentation, with elegant and simple attire at the same time. 4. Meet the French consumer: like any consumer in the world, French is interested in finding the highest bidder. However, there are other factors that currently make the difference. The French are increasingly taking an interest in organic products and those that are environmentally friendly, i.e. biodegradable or made from recycled materials.
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