"At a business dinner, what do I do with my napkin when done with the meal? Do I refold it?"

Jeremy, thanks for asking this important question. Although we all eat every day, when dining for business, many of us are unfamiliar with proper etiquette, and as a result, uncomfortable. Yet, to leave a good impression, we do not want to appear uncomfortable.

The napkin is neatly placed at the left side of the place setting at the conclusion of the meal. It does not need to be refolded. Please wait until everyone at your table is finished before placing yours in the finished position. To do that too early, while others are still eating, can make those not yet finished feel hurried.

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