Even though they belong to the same continent and are very close, German and French management styles have their differences. "In Germany, there is a clear chain of command in each department, and information and instructions come from above. Managers work long hours, obey the rules and, although they expect immediate obedience , insist on fair play, for their part, German managers and employees appreciate close instructions: they know where they are and what they are supposed to do” (Sarosi, 2016). In France, the “style is more autocratic, even if this is not always obvious at first glance. In France, the boss seems to have a more peripatetic role than his German counterpart, and often appears to consult middle managers, technical staff and workers – but decisions are usually made by the chief executive and orders come from up. The role and status of the ruler in France is revealed by a glance at French history, for example, he is remembered more for his heroism. their failures. Final success is less important than the thrill of the race and the ability to quicken the national pulse. This is why, unlike other countries, French companies are very tolerant of management errors.."