Business conversation may take place during meals. However, many times you will find more social conversation taking place during the actual meal. The business discussions are usually concluded before you start eating.

Business meetings may be arranged as breakfast meetings, lunch meetings, or dinner meetings depending on time schedules and necessity. Generally a dinner, even though for business purposes, is treated as a social meal and a time to build rapport.

Gift giving is discouraged or limited by many US companies. A gracious written note is always appropriate and acceptable.

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