Pittsburgh Dress Code

Business attire is the standard jacket and tie for men and a suit for women. Short-sleeved shirts are acceptable in warmer weather. Due to the corporate nature of the city, many restaurants in Pittsburgh require men to wear a jacket and tie.

Greeting Someone in Pittsburgh

The people of Pittsburgh are generally friendly and helpful. Meetings are conducted fairly informally with an emphasis on equality. Firm handshakes and sincerity are recommended for this "no fuss" business community.

Pittsburgh Business Hours and Banking

As with all towns and cities, Pittsburgh's business hours vary from one industry and sector to another but as a guide, most office environments are expected to operate between the hours of 09.00 and 17.30, Monday to Friday. The majority of banks will be open between 09.00 and 15.00, Monday to Friday with some staying open later one day a week. Some of the larger banks will probably also be open on Saturday mornings.

Pittsburgh Smoking

An issue that is traditionally one of great controversy in America, smokers are warned to be very careful when choosing a place to light up as a large number of public places have banned smoking altogether. The best advice, when in Pittsburg, is to smoke only in like-minded company.