CODE OF CONDUCT

The most important rule for a businessman is to keep his word and to be honest. Besides, punctuality is very important for business and social appointments.

The businessman should observe various rules. There are rules for example for greeting people. The most common greetings are: Good morning, Good afternoon, Good evening. The less formal greetings are: Hello, Hi.

There are also various levels and types of saying Good-bye when parting. The most common ways are: Good-bye, Bye-bye, Bye now and Bye. If the people part after their first meeting they can add something like this:

It has been nice seeing you.

I hope to see you again soon.

There are different levels of introductions. For example:

May I introduce Mr. Cornwell (the most formal way).

I’d like you to meet Mr. Cornwell (the less formal way).

This is Mr. Cornwell (the least formal way).

If you are introducing a person or yourself you should say a few words about the person, for example:

Mr. Benton, I would like you to meet Mr. Cornwell. He is doing business in chemicals. He is Vice President of British Chemicals Ltd. His office is not far from yours in London.

When two persons are introduced they exchange the following:

- How do you do.

- How do you do.

They can also add a phrase like this:

I’m glad to meet you.

I’m pleased to meet you.

Nice to meet you.

When you are introduced listen carefully to each name and use it later in your conversation. This will help you to remember the name. If you forget a person's name or did not hear the name do not hesitate to say: I am sorry I didn’t catch your name or I am sorry I have forgotten your name.

In many English speaking countries handshaking is a social courtesy whenever people meet or are introduced. When men meet or are introduced they generally shake hands. Women shake hands less frequently. Kissing is prevalent at parties when people meet.

Sometimes people are to introduce others to audience on some formal occasions. For example:

Ladies and gentlemen! It is a privilege for me to introduce Mr. Watts. Mr. Watts is a recognized authority in the management field. He is a member of the advisory committee for the labour and management program. Mr. Watts' topic tonight is: How to organize an effective business planning. Mr. Watts.

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