Business & Finance Deals

If you have heard that many business deals take place on the golf course, then you may be under the illusion that every moment you spend on the course should be devoted to business. That is actually pretty far from the reality of business golf, and it is worth learning the unwritten rules of doing business on the golf course, before you make a blunder!

It Is About Golf First

When you play golf with business associates, it is always a good idea to bear in mind that the golf comes first. You are on the course to enjoy a game, to get to know your client, partner, associate, or supplier better, and to forge a relationship, more than you are on the course to try and close a deal.

Do not make the rookie mistake and try to make every moment you are playing business golf about pursuing the deal. You will probably find, if you do, that you do not get to play a second round with that particular partner.

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