This is so because the working environment here is characterized by farming and tourism, two branches predominated by seasonal work, with small and middle enterprises which require close cooperation between the entrepreneur and the employee. Foreign entrepreneurs who live on Crete all the year over and do business here, are welcome. But one should be prepared for tough competition with very creative and flexible Cretan competitors. Everybody works for himself her. Cooperation on this level is not the Cretan's cause.
Family comes always first.
As a customer you are treated like a king. British punctuality and honesty in general is appreciated. On the other hand one awaits understanding for Mediterranian sloppiness. Everybody here has to battle with it. Personal ties with everybody and everything are the secret of success here.