The art of hospitality: Stepping out of the comfort zone at the dining table
“Stepping out of the comfort zone” is not just a cliche. In the face of enormous challenges across various industries after the pandemic, in order to “survive,” one must understand the importance of “change” and break free from existing patterns and conventional thinking, making an effort to adapt to the new normal. Why not start from smaller part?
Close deal for client meeting “Not dinner, why not breakfast”
With the evening market not fully recovering from the pandemic, some chain coffee shops close as early as 8 p.m. The operational models of businesses, big and small, have been affected. Those who have always relied on the nightlife for their business naturally need to adapt to the situation.
Don’t Fall into the Trap of Money Laundering! Are Domestic Helpers Easy Targets?
Money laundering is the process of making illegally obtained money appear legal through various means. For example, recruiting others to lend their bank accounts, collecting fraudulently obtained funds, and then withdrawing cash to change the source of the money. Smart like you may not necessarily become a target for money laundering, but you should be wary of criminals targeting those around you.
Business Etiquette when have meal with business partners – Dinner arrangement for “groups”
Social distance measures are relaxed, friends and bosom buddies get together again, it’s also time to have social gathering with business partners. In the past few years, there have been many restrictions on eating out, and everyone’s skill of organizing group gathering has become rusty… Many restaurants have no choice but to close down due to the impact of the epidemic. It is time to update the “restaurant list” in your pocket! The number of people at a dinner party is no longer limited. How should the long-lost big group gathering be arranged?
Talking about hot topics in the business world from the perspective of “two pieces in one cup”
“Yum Cha” has always been a representative of Guangdong’s food culture. It is the Cantonese tradition of brunch involving Chinese tea and dim sum. It was also the main social gathering for businessmen in the last century to “do business”. For customers who value traditional culture, the unique features of Yum Cha, such as nostalgic dim sum carts, and “table sharing” etc, are deeply imprinted in their memory. From the tea-drinking culture “talking about the past”, reminiscing about the youthful past of entering the business world, opening up the chatterbox, sharing and exchanging endlessly. If you know where to look for, you will naturally be able to “drink tea at leisure” and maintain a good relationship.
Proper business dinner etiquette – Practical Examples
There is an old saying “Having connections is more important than having good academic credentials”, building a network can give you an advantage in career path. Making a good first impression is very important. Being the “Newbie” in business world, how can you fit in and seize the opportunity?