In the exchange of business card, hold out the card with the writing facing the recipient. Never toss your business card across the table. You will only shock them by showing how rude you can be. If possible, receive a business card with both hands and scan it immediately for the vital information. Then lay the card in front of you during that first meeting.
Meetings begin with small talk.
Avoid the temptation to get down to business right away. However, be wary of telling American-style jokes, because jokes sometimes do not translate across culture and can cause confusion or hurt feelings. Wait until a Taiwanese speaker has completed his or her presentation before asking questions. It is considered rude to interrupt during the presentation itself. At a formal banquet, be prepared to give a short, friendly speech in response to the host's speech.