Doing business in Spain is very different from the US. To start with, the working hours are very different. Many businesses do not open until as late as 10 in the morning, close from 2-5 for lunch, and reopen until as late as 10 at night. This may seem like a grueling work schedule, but many Spaniards start their day late and stay out until well past midnight, even on weekdays. This is partially because of the adjusted eating schedule of Spain, with lunch being around 2 in the afternoon and dinner being close to 10 at night. Additionally, doing business in Spain requires a more personal touch than in the US. many business owners expect you to form a relationship with them before beginning business, as Spanish culture is largely rooted in relationships. Spain also values a work-life balance more than the US does, granting workers over 30 days of paid vacation year and ensuring that workers do not have to work outside of the normal business hours. Another large difference between Spanish businesses and the Us is the individualistic nature of working in Spain. Companies do not expect employees to work in teams but rather give each person a job to do and expect them to do it well. This places a lot more emphasis on personal responsibility as you are not responsible for the actions of others but also cannot be propped up by a team’s general success. Spain’s work culture is very unique, relying largely on old traditions and customs, although some are pushing for a more modernized and commonplace economy.