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Matching Order Timing Standard Do as Romans Do
NINE ASPECTS
OF PROTOCOL
Do as Romans Do
Following the Custom of Guests When Giving Banquet
When inviting the guests to banquet, we should ask the guests if they have any dietary
restrictions. Attentions are also needed when placing the dinnerware. It is not polite, for
instance, to put the teapot mouth pointing to someone or place the chopsticks crossed.
Body Language
Every religion, every country, every nation and every region has its own body language.
We should pay attention to the usage of head, hand, and other parts of our body’s
language. We should not offend others with their taboo subjects.
Talking Topics
Personal privacy is an area to be avoided. During conversation, we should pick up the
topics based on the extent of familiarization. We should avoid talking about religion,
personal income, age and so on.
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