【正确答案】A: When we have to choose a restaurant, we should ask ourselves several questions like"What is thelocation like? Was the atmosphere nice?" As we all know, enjoying the relaxing atmosphere will facilitate one-to-one conversation. What are your views?
B: I agree with you. First, I think we should take atmosphere into consideration. It is suitable to choose aquiet restaurant to talk about the business. Go where that the atmosphere is helpful to conducting abusiness.
A: That's right. And giving our clients a good impression is very important if we want to establish aharmonious business relationship between us.
B: And second, location of restaurant. When location is an issue, choose a spot that is convenient for ourguest. The client will be happy if we choose somewhere near his or her office. That will make the thingsmuch easier. And as for speed of service, of course, nobody likes to wait for a long time, don't they? What do you think?
A: Yes, that's true. I have nothing to add really. So location, speed of service and atmosphere are the most important in looking for a good restaurant for a business dinner.
Follow-on questions
· Yes, I think it important because visiting and entertaining are ways of establishing business relationship between companies. We'll develop friendship and stimulate cooperation.
· First impressions are important. Because first impressions play an important role in making decisions.
· We need to exhibit good social skills when having dinner or going to the theater with clients. Be clearabout your purpose and find a good timing to start to talk about your business.
· It's a good idea to choose a restaurant with private facilities of semi-private facilities.
· Business meals are essentially business meetings.