From the course: How to Talk to Anyone (Blinkist Summary)

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Separating business and leisure

Separating business and leisure

From the course: How to Talk to Anyone (Blinkist Summary)

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Separating business and leisure

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- Blink number eight. Stay in charge by separating business and leisure and by always being honest. Climbing the career ladder is hard enough, but once you get to the top, there's a whole new challenge: avoiding getting knocked back down. A great tip for all bosses is to keep business away from personal time. Even if you're at a business lunch, don't start talking shop until you're done with the dessert, especially if the topic is a tough one. After all, no one wants to have their appetite ruined by an unpleasant business conversation. The same goes for parties, which can be great for making new contacts, but less so for discussing serious business matters. Keep it light and make a separate appointment for more serious discussions. When it's the proper time to do business, remember to always be honest while presenting your best self. When meeting or pitching to clients, people tend to make the mistake of talking about…

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