Business Socializing Place Important Lot Takes Golf Clients

"Socializing" (interacting with other people in social situations) is an important part of modern business, and business socializing can "take place" (happen) almost anywhere. "Stereotypically" (generally thought to be true, even without any evidence for it), a lot of business socializing takes place "over golf" (while golfing). Businesspeople and especially bankers are expected to know how "to golf" (to play a game where a small white ball is hit long distances with long metal and wooden clubs (sticks) into holes in the ground) and "between holes" (while walking from one golf hole to another) the players "talk business" (discuss their business plans and negotiate agreements). Often the real business socialization takes place after the golf game "over drinks" (while drinking alcohol) at the "clubhouse" (the bar and restaurant associated with the golf course).

Business socializing also takes place at "country clubs," which are large, "ornately" (very fancily) decorated buildings with comfortable chairs that are available only to "members" (people who are accepted and pay a monthly fee). Business people who are members of a country club can take their clients there to "impress" (make someone think one is important or powerful) them and talk business.

Business socializing can also take place in restaurants and bars, but it is important to choose a "locale" (place) that isn't too loud or "rowdy" (with a lot of movement, noise, and possibly violence). It needs to be a "refined" (sophisticated; elegant) place that "facilitates" (makes possible) important discussions.

A lot of business socializing happens at conferences and seminars, especially during "receptions," or events where all the attendees are invited to eat, drink, and possibly dance while "getting to know each other" (becoming familiar and friendly with other people).