TRUE OR FALSE

  1. You are at a cocktail reception. The president of your company approaches while you are talking to a client. "John boss I'd like you to meet Sarah Client" is a proper introduction.
  2. You have been invited to the boss's home for dinner. Shortly after the meal begins you should propose a toast to your hosts, thanking them for the invitation and the nice meal.
  3. In Japan, it is polite to pass out your business card when you first meet someone.
  4. Your cellular phone rings at a business meal. You should answer it promptly and excuse yourself to continue the conversation.
  5. To let the waiter know you do not want more wine, you tap the edge of the glass with your finger.
  6. The universally accepted distance between two people when they are discussing business is three feet.
  7. Your top client's spouse has passed away.  You should arrange for your company to send flowers.
  8. You are in a restaurant and your flatware appears to be soiled.  You discreetly replace it with the flatware at the next table and proceed with the meal.
  9. In Brazil it is appropriate to send purple flowers as a thank you.
  10. Dear Sir/Ms. is acceptable as a salutation.
  11. Important mail should be answered within 48 hours.
  12. You catch your boss cheating at golf.  You should continue with the game and ignore it.

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