Anthony Has Arrived Five Minutes Early for His Sales Call

question 36

Multiple Choice

Anthony has arrived five minutes early for his sales call with a buying group from one of his accounts. He is the only one in the room. Before the meeting gets underway, Anthony should remember to ____.

• A) Greet each group member as they arrive
• B) Take some more time to practice his presentation
• C) Leave the room and come back once everyone has arrived
• D) Take a breath mint or chew some breath freshening gum
• E) All of the above

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