make arrangements are usually made after lunch hours or in the mornings. Mondays and Fridays are not really that suitable for appointment making as Mondays will usually be the Conference day and Fridays are the Muslim prayer day. Observe protocol and decorum when arranging an appointment, and allow enough time for business counterparts to prepare for the meeting. A meeting request should clearly state the reason for the meeting, who is to attend, and a recommended date, time and venue. Allow extra time to attend appointments in Asia as traffic congestion and other difficulties can play havoc with schedules. Good first impressions in business settings start with the following:
Be punctual.
Dress conservatively.
When introduced, approach to a comfortable distance.
Look the client in the eye.
Offer a firm handshake, lasting about three seconds.
Smile.