A young businessman had just started his own firm. He had just rented a beautiful office and had it furnished with antiques. He saw a man come into the outer office. Wishing to appear the hot shot, the businessman picked up the phone and started to pretend he had a big deal working. He threw huge figures around and made giant commitments.

Finally the businessman hung up and asked the visitor, "Can I help you?"

"Yeah," said the man, "I've come to activate your phone lines."