Promise rings are sometimes worn on the middle finger of the left hand or on a chain around the neck to prevent confusion with an engagement ring. If your promise ring is a symbol of friendship or some particular meaning, you should probably not wear it on your left ring finger. This is considered poor etiquette. The traditional way to ask someone out on a date is with a gift; therefore, giving a woman a promise ring is a way for a man to show he's committed to her. Although this is not a requirement, it is an acceptable gift for a girl to give back. Wearing a promise ring on your left hand may be interpreted as meaning that you aren't ready to take your relationship any further yet. It is best to remove the promise ring before going into a business meeting, during which time your attention would be focused on the ring rather than its wearer. Some people believe that if you wear a promise ring then something bad will happen to you or your project. Others think that if they don't give you a promise ring then you'll use your influence to get them into trouble with their boss, their family, or even themselves. Neither of these assumptions is true; promise rings are a harmless gesture. There is no right or wrong way to give a promise ring. However, we recommend that you only give a promise ring to someone you really care about and who cares about you.