If a potential client hints that they will give you a sale if you give them a gift,you should:
A)give the potential customer a gift
B)tell your sales manager you are giving the customer a gift in exchange for the sale
C)report this to your sales manager and ask for help turing the customer down
D)report the customer to the Better Business Bureau or other oversight group
E)refer the potential customer to another vendor who will participate in bribery

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Bribery is unethical and illegal, and it's important to report the situation to your sales manager. Your sales manager may have policies and procedures in place to handle situations like this or may be able to coach you on how to politely reject the request for a gift without sacrificing the sale. Reporting the customer to the BBB or referring them to a vendor who will participate in bribery is not ethical or professional behavior. Giving the customer a gift may result in short-term gain but can cause long-term damage to your reputation and the company's reputation.

If a Potential Client Hints That They Will Give You