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Social Situations (S. 40-41)

Many business activities also involve social situations, for example, a formal business dinner, entertaining clients or socialising with business colleagues after work. English speakers usually make „small talk“ on these occasions – light conversation that avoids sensitive issues and respects the privacy of the other person. This chapter provides you with examples of social situations: invitations (page 78) as well as eating and drinking (page 92), typical situations and the most common topics for small talk (page 81), talking about hobbies and interests (page 88) as well as about your company and your job (page 90).

Invitations

Invitations to socialise with colleagues after work or even at weekends are sometimes just as important in business as formal invitations to business lunches or dinners. The way we make and accept /decline such invitations is also very important, particularly when making a first impression. If you are unable (or even do not want to) accept it, make sure you decline an invitation in the politest way possible. This generally means expressing your regret that you cannot make it.

Example

A: If you have time, I wonder if you would like to join us for dinner this evening: I know a good local fish restaurant and it would be a good opportunity to talk informally about the project. B: Thats very kind of you, but unfortunately I have another business engagement this evening. Perhaps we could get together tomorrow evening? A: Im terribly sorry, but I already have another appointment on Wednesday evening. What about lunch? B: That would be fine. Ive got a meeting with your Finance Director at eleven, but that should only take about an hour. A: Great! Shall we say twelve-thirty then? Ill call by and pick you up after your meeting.

How to accept an invitation

Would you like to join us for a drink after work?
- Thank you very much. That would be lovely.
- Yes, that sounds a great idea. Thanks for inviting me.
- Id love to. I cant wait to try some real English beer!