Anne,a sales representative for a software firm,is heading to Europe for a sales presentation. Anne is unsure about the practice of gift giving and wants to make sure that she is perceived as ethical by the other firm. Which of the following should Anne LEAST likely do in this situation?
A)Check the company policy about gift giving.
B)Ensure that the gift is a small,thoughtful token.
C)Give the gift before doing any business with the customer.
D)Avoid giving the impression of buying the customer's favor.
E)Ensure that the customer views the gift as a gesture of goodwill.

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It is generally recommended to wait until after the business meeting to give a gift, as giving a gift before any business is conducted may be perceived as attempting to bribe the other party. Therefore, option C is the least likely choice for Anne in this situation. The other options listed are all good practices to follow when giving gifts in a business setting. Checking the company policy on gift giving, giving a small thoughtful gift, avoiding the impression of buying the customer's favor, and ensuring that the gift is viewed as a gesture of goodwill are all important considerations when giving gifts to potential clients/partners.

Anne,a Sales Representative for a Software Firm,is Heading to Europe