Section 2 Basic etiquette of people’s daily performances

2.1 Seating etiquette

     In terms of seating etiquette, it’s agreed that there is a difference between Chinese etiquette and foreign etiquette; the difference exists between in-group members and out-group members.

    2.1.1 Meeting guests

 When you are meeting guests, it’s a necessity to take the seating arrangements into consideration. Usually there are two seating styles: side-by-side style and column-by-column style. 

2.2  Self-image etiquette

     2.2.1 Looks and appearance

     Just like any profession occasion, a simple clean and tidy hair style is preferred, with no dying or curling. Any over-fashioned or weird hair style is not a good choice. Keep your face clean, and wear light professional make-up for women and shave yourself regularly for men. An important issue about business negotiation is keep your mouth clean and fresh without strong smell.

     2.2.2 Dress code

     In business negotiation situation, it’s very important to dress professionally.

     For men, it’s suggested to wear three-piece suits, i.e. trousers, suit and waist coat. Usually dark-colored suits are better choice. Shirt and tie should be appropriately matched both in color and quality.

     For professional women, dress suit would be a good choice on any professional occasions. Cold-colored dress suits are always preferred. Wear incarnadine silky stockings and dark-colored middle-heel leather shoes. It’s nice to wear accessories like neckerchief and brooch if it’s proper for you. However, don’t wear too many jewelry.