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Sep 14, 2013

Tips to Choose Wine in a Restaurant

Those wine lists at restaurants can be confusing. Here’s how to cut through the clutter and choose a great wine. Before you place your order, there are several issues that must be resolved. You must determine how much you would like to spend, what wine will pair well with the meal you have ordered, and what to do when the wine is brought to the table. It’s okay to ask the table who drinks white and who prefers red; if the table is split, order one of each and just watch to see how the consumption goes throughout the meal. One ...

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Sep 14, 2013

Business Lunch and Dinner Etiquette

Restaurant conversation Come prepared to the business meal in the same way as a job interview. The primary objective is to participate in a fruitful conversation; eating is secondary. It’s also a good idea to have more casual topics to talk about. Don’t be lured into a debate, so stay away from topics such as politics and religion. Talking about activities or hobbies such as gardening and fishing are better ice-breakers. Select the right type of restaurant for the meeting A quieter atmosphere, in most cases, is more conducive to business than a loud, deli type environment. Specify where you ...

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Sep 14, 2013

Office Storage Cabinets

For an office to look professionally managed it is important that it must appear clean and organized. Papers and files strewn all over the place can create a disorganized look and poor impression on visitors. Office storage cabinets help you keep your office clean and give the impression of a smooth, well-managed place. Office Storage Cabinets are solid units that are capable of storing large amounts of important information. Under lock and key, these devices become a trusted companion amongst office furniture. Vertical office storage This is the preferred way of storing files, as they can be easily accessed at ...

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Sep 14, 2013

Types of Office Chairs

The office chair was strategically designed to increase the productivity of clerical employees by facilitating long hours of comfortable sitting. Sitting in an office chair at work is almost inevitable with the growing number of desk jobs and steady increase in office related positions. If you are going to be sitting for the majority of the work day, it is important to be sitting in a chair that is going to be adjustable enough to allow you to sit comfortably for hours a day. Types of office chairs Tub chair This kind of office chairs will definitely catch your ...

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Sep 14, 2013

Office Desk Guide

The desk is the center of the office. The important role the desk plays makes choosing the right one essential to beating clutter. First and foremost, your desk must be the right size for your needs. A desk that is too small makes it hard to work efficiently and keep the basic office tools at hand. But a desk that is too large becomes a wide, empty space inviting clutter. Type of office desks: L-Shaped Desk The famous “L-shape” works well whether you want an executive desk, a computer desk, or prefer the design of traditional desks. L-shaped ...

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Sep 9, 2013

Choosing the Right Business Accommodation

Business people are very important clients for hotels as they generally choose the most expensive rooms to make sure that they have all the comfort they need to get ready for a business meeting or a conference. If you’re a businessman or woman looking for an accommodation for your next meeting then here are some tips that should help you choose the best accommodation for your business trips. According to a new study by Travel Leaders, the top five selections were: Location – near business meeting (82.8%), Rewards program – frequent guest points (54.4%), Free Wi Fi (31.4%), Location ...

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Sep 9, 2013

How to Choose a Restaurant for a Business Lunch

If you have to take a business acquaintance out for lunch or dinner, it could be important to choose an appropriate restaurant. Even if the purpose of the outing is not strictly business, showing your guest a good time could pay dividends in the future. If people enjoy themselves in your company, they will remember you fondly in the future. If people remember you fondly, they will be more likely to think of you when they have something good to offer. Additionally, if you need a favor at some point down the line, someone who has a pleasant memory of ...

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Sep 9, 2013

Analyse your conference – Post event surveys

We think it’s crucial to get feedback from all clients post event likewise you might wish to do the same with your delegates. If something works well for you then we’ll happily fly the flag again. If a venue hasn’t worked for you then we think it’s important to understand why and cross it off your list for next time. Below are samples of questions to ask in your next post-event survey. Sample of General Feedback Questions 1. Create a pre-event survey to better understand the goals of your attendees, and then follow up with a post-event survey to see if they accomplished ...

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Sep 9, 2013

Exclusive Tips for Choosing the Right Conference Venue

London is still one perfect place to hold a conference. One of the business centres of the world, it has splendid conference support system, and high-end technologies. It is important to know the options right, to make a discrete choice when it comes to venue hiring in a city like London. You have to meet a lot of requirements, and you are surrounded by enticing options. Find a right choice with these tips and suggestions: By planning ahead you will often find better availability,so more choice of venues. Is the space available on your selected dates? If so, can ...

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Aug 16, 2013

Common Business Travel Problems and Solutions

So what’s the worst that could happen on a business trip? Let our statistics be your guide. Cancelled or Delayed Flights Have a private jet ready? Otherwise, spend your time waiting for the next flight wisely. Start making phone calls to your company, the people you’re flying to meet, and to your travel agent to figure out a new schedule. Get booked on the next flight out and try to reschedule important meetings if you’ll be late. If it’s an option time-wise, try another form of transportation: cars, trains, buses, etc. Always try to fly out the day before ...

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