The business world has its own laws. In the process of business communication, it is important to observe not only the rules of general culture, but also certain laws of business etiquette. One of the important points of this set of rules is the observance of agreements regarding negotiations and business meetings.
Instructions
Step 1
The main rule when conducting business meetings is to be punctual. Do not be late and do not abuse other people's time. If you live in a big city where traffic jams are common, plan your time so that you arrive at the meeting point before the other person. If you do not have time, call and ask if the person can wait for you. If not, apologize and reschedule the meeting.
Step 2
If you are invited to a business meeting in another organization, and your interlocutor is busy - sit down and wait for him. Do not distract other employees with conversations and do not defiantly look at the clock. If after 20 minutes your interlocutor is not free, ask how long you still have to wait. When you do not have extra time, then directly tell the secretary that you are postponing the negotiations. Agree the date with the assistant of your interlocutor or ask to contact you later to clarify the day and time of negotiations.
Step 3
You should not come to a meeting with your last strength if you are sick. Such negotiations will be of little use, and you can also infect your interlocutor. As soon as you realize that you will not be able to come to a business meeting due to your health problems, immediately inform the other person. Don't leave it to the last moment in the hope that you will get better. Appreciate other people's time as well as yours.
Step 4
At the meeting, you may need any documents, data or reports. It is necessary to prepare them in advance, the outcome of negotiations often depends on this. If you realize that you are missing the data and need more time to prepare it, call and reschedule the meeting. Explain the reason for the transfer honestly to the interlocutor, do not refer to employment. It is better to prepare more thoroughly than to conduct useless negotiations, wasting your own and other people's time.
