A:Mr Hughes? Do you have a minute?I would like to discuss something with you.
B:What can I do for you?
A:I was wondering,I have heard many of my co-wokers that your knowledge and experience in international markets is phenomenal. Also, I’ve heard the rumor that you speak fluent Janpanese. Is that right?
B:Yes,that’s right.I do speak decent Janpanese.
A:Right now I’m working on a product launch project to open up our Asian market. We have several upcoming events to take place for the Japanese cities. We ’ll be heading to Tokyo next month to get things started. What I would like to talk to you about is joining our team to help bring this project to completion.
B:Excatly what kind of help did you have in mind?
A:We aer looking for someone who is familiarwith the market and curtural issues to act as an advisor to our marketing staff. We would like to set up a partership,where we can help each other.
B:So if I can help you as a consultant,what is in for me?
A:We could give you an oncite office,as well as potential to develop your own contracts in Japan.At the same time, after helping with our project, we will be willing to split our profit with you.
B:What kind of arrangement are you thinking about?
A:You would have a share of 30% of our profits from the launch events. So,what do you say,are you willing to work with us?
B:It sounds like a great offer ,give me a little time to think it over ,and I will get back to you by the end of the week.
