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ONLINE EXCLUSIVE 10 top tips from Robin Jay, motivational speaker and author, who credits a dramatic increase in her business to the more than 3,000 business lunches she's attended.
1. Women are far better than men at creating relationships and can use this to their advantage.
2. Rather than sharing your expertise, listen to your lunch guests.
3. Be prepared for a high-level lunch at all times. Keep a suit and appropriate accessories stashed in your office closet or the trunk of your car.
4. Pick up clients to drive them to lunch when possible. You'll have more time to get acquainted.
5. Turn off your cell phone.
6. Be cognizant of the guest's schedule and adhere to it.
7. Timing is everything. Choose when to make your presentation based on the time available.
8. When dining with a male, avoid misunderstandings by taking a colleague.
9. Good manners count.
10. Take care of the bill in advance or handle it discreetly.
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