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43% That’s the number of executives who say they’ve SEALED THEIR BIGGEST DEALS ON THE GOLF COURSE, according to a survey by Starwood Hotels and Resorts. Eighty-one percent also said the 19th hole was a vital stop for talking shop. Best part is, they got to put the greens fees on the expense account. —


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