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08/12/2011 08:38

So, how does one eat properly at a business function? If you're just starting out in your professional career, there is no doubt that at some point you'll be expected to attend business dinners and Apple 9L0-620 questionfunctions with your colleagues and/or potential business partners.
Now, we haven't all been raised with a silver spoon, nor unfortunately have we all been taught all the nuances of what to do, and just as importantly, what 'not' to do, at these very important business functions. Your career can very well depend on how you handle yourself at the dinner table - literally. Many before you (and many more after you - of that I am certain), will fail in their current job/career and all because they didn't know how to behave at the dinner table.
And it's not rocket science - seriously! But it can be absolutely nerve wracking if the only place you've ever eaten out at is McDonalds... If you're serious about your career - and let's not forget about self improvement, self esteem, confidence and so on - then you had better wise up and do some checking up on what is the correct behaviour for business functions.
You don't need to feel embarrassed if you don't know what silverware to use, what to do with your napkin and the etiquette rules of mobile phones etc. But, you should arm yourself with some basic etiquette knowledge - you will be amazed at the difference this will make to your Apple 9L0-620 questionconfidence levels. You'll feel much more polished when you're out with friends, you'll feel a million times better on any date with a decent guy (who takes you to a smart restaurant) and you will definitely be more comfortable with colleagues and business partners if you know what to expect.
Politeness costs nothing so always remember that, first and foremost. Absolute bare minimum basics are: find out the dress code for the venue, check out the restaurant if you can beforehand (or at least check out their menu (so much of this is available online nowadays), do not be late (height of bad manners), switch your mobile off (or put it on silent) and do 'not' answer it at the table. Excuse yourself if you need the bathroom (just say 'excuse me' - you don't need to say where you're going - it's obvious!).
When faced with a line of silver and panic starts to set in - just calm yourself - smile and 'try' to relax - nobody but 'you' knows how you're feeling inside. Take your time, and watch others C_TADM51_70- allow them to start their meal first and you will see which knife/fork to use next. Very simple rule is - start from the outside and work in (towards your plate).
So remember, when it comes to eating properly at business functions and doing the right thing - you can always read up and check out what is the 'correct' thing to do... It only takes a little of your time now and will serve you very well for the future...

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