Doing Business in Israel
Although Jerusalem is Israel’s capital, Tel Aviv is the tech and economic heart of the country. Hebrew is the official language, though English is widely spoken. If you are considering doing business in Israel, the best way to start out is by using Israel toll free numbers, so that your clients and colleagues can contact you at any time, wherever you are.
When you are doing business using your Israel toll free numbers, it will serve you well to bear in mind the following cultural business traditions.
The Israeli work week: When you’re expecting calls from your Israel toll free numbers, remember that Israel follows the Hebrew calendar. This means that the typical work week runs from Sunday through Thursday. Although business may be conducted on Fridays, sundown marks the commencement of Shabbat, which does not end until sundown on Saturday.
Building strong cultural connections: Many Israeli business people consider colleagues to be an extension of their family. Work and homelife merge, so you can expect business colleagues in Israel to feel quite comfortable contacting you on your Israel toll free numbers after hours, and vice versa.
- Getting to know each other: Getting to know potential business partners is very important for Israelis, who often feel that before they can do business they need to understand their colleague’s background and family life. Do not be surprised, therefore, if you are asked personal questions.
- A growing start-up environment: Israel is a great country to expand your small business with Israel virtual numbers, because it is considered to be a nation of start-ups, with technology being its main export. There are thousands of venture capital companies in and around Tel Aviv.
- Mostly casual in the workplace: If you travel to Israel to meet your colleagues, you should dress casually in the workplace. If you are meeting with Muslim or Orthodox Jewish individuals, then you will be expected to wear more formal attire. Also, Israeli business partners refer to each other by their first names. All parties contribute and collaborate equally during meetings.
- Expect a fast pace for business: In Israel, business is fast-paced and results-driven. You’ll be expected to multitask, and don’t feel put out if you are interrupted. Be straightforward and honest in your face-to-face dealings and when communicating with your Israel toll free numbers. If you want to keep colleagues on point during a meeting, handing out agendas beforehand will help.
- Always be hospitable: Hospitality is highly valued in Israel. It is customary to send gifts to mark the closing of a business transaction. If you are hosting a business event, it is polite to accept any offers of snacks or beverages. You should do the same when your colleagues are hosting an event, but be aware of any halal or kosher dietary restrictions.
Where to Get Israel Toll Free Numbers
You can get Israel toll free numbers and virtual numbers from anywhere in the world from United World Telecom. We have virtual toll free numbers available in more than 160 different countries. We’re a reliable Israel toll-free service provider with a robust telecom network.
How do Israel Toll Free Numbers Work?
Our forwarding system allows you to establish a virtual business presence around the globe. All you have to do is subscribe to local or toll free numbers. When anyone calls these numbers, the call is redirected to the phone number of your choice.
For example, if your business is located in Canada, and you want to establish points of contact in the U.K., Italy, and Israel, United World Telecom can provide you with toll free or local numbers in these countries.
Once the numbers are activated, all calls made to them will be routed to your Canadian office, call center, or cell phone.
United World Telecom also offers a suite of cutting-edge features of additional value to your Israel toll-free service, such as:
- Local ringback tone: You can customize the ringtone on each of your virtual numbers to match the local ringtone in Israel.
- Simultaneous call forwarding: Incoming calls can be forwarded to multiple numbers at the same time so that you can cover different time zones.
- Customized voice message: Greet your customers with a personalized message.
- Custom phone greetings: Greet Israeli callers with a custom voice message.
- IVR: Route callers to the right departments using voice prompts. You can upload prompts in your languages of choice.
Contact our team at United World Telecom today to start your free trial today.
