商務禮儀—— Some Points for Men

　　1) With a Lady

　　Always allow the lady to precede6 you in places where one has to go before the other except in the following case: when getting off a street car, train, bus, or out of an automobile7; when going up stair; when opening a heavy door. When you are walking along the street with a lady, always walk on the outside.

　　2) At a Dance

　　If you wish to dance with a certain lady, go to her, bow, and say:" May I have the pleasure of a dance?"

　　商務禮儀—— Personal Habits and Appearance

　　1) People judge you at first by what they see, so particular attention should be paid to your personal appearance.

　　2) Using a Handkerchief

　　Always carry a clean handkerchief. Do not use it while it is folded, and do not fold it after you use it.

　　3)Spitting

　　In the West it is considered very impolite to spit, even upon the street.

　　4) Smoking

　　Smoking is very prevalent(普遍), both by men and by women. If you are a guest in a home where no others are smoking, it is better to refrain(忍住) from smoking, you may say, "Would you mind if I smoked?".

　　商務禮儀—— With Strangers and Friends

　　1) Lending and borrowing are more matters of principle in the West than in the East. Things borrowed in the West are definitely8 expected to be returned, whether it is fifty dollars or merely a friend's pencil.

　　2) Don't Be Curious. It is impolite to be curious about the private affairs of others, such as age, salary, religion and marriage.

　　3) Thanks for Gifts.When some one gives you a present, it is very impolite to neglect9 thank him for it.

　　4) One Hand Only.In china we use two hands when giving something to a person, or when receiving it, if we want to be very polite. In the West this would seem awkward10 and impolite.