By the end of the course participants will have the  confidence and self assurance that exudes professionalism in any business or social situation that will advance their career of business.

To provide a useful and valuable learning experience featuring current and correct business etiquette information.

Participants will be able to:

  • Define etiquette and provide an example of how etiquette can be of value to a company or organization
  • Understand  the  guidelines  on  how  to  make  effective  introductions.  
  • Identify  at  least  one  way  to  minimize  nervousness  while  in  social  situations.  
  • Understand  how  to  use  a  business  card  effectively.  
  • Identify  and  practice  at  least  one  way  to  remember  names.    
  • Identify the  3  steps  in  giving  a  handshake.  
  • Enumerate  the  four  levels  of  conversation  and  provide  an  example  for  each.  
  • Understand  place  settings,  napkin  etiquette  and  basic  table  manners.  
  • Understand  the  protocol  in  ordering  in  a  restaurant,  handling  alcohol  in  a  business  meal,  paying   the  bill  and  tipping.  
  • Understand  basic  guidelines  when  it  comes  to  the  proper  form  of  address,  grammar  standards   and  use  of  acronyms  in  e-­‐mails.    
  • Understand  basic  guidelines  in  the  use  of  the  telephone,  voicemail  and  cellphone.  
  • State  the  difference  between  a  formal  and  an  informal  letter.  
  • Electronic communications Etiquette:
  1. Cell Phone
  2. Speaker phone, PDA’s,
  3. E-mail etiquette
  4. Telephone Protocol
  5. Voice Mail Greeting
  6. Voice Mail-Leaving a Message
  7. Facsimile
  8. Conference Calls


     

 Success in any industry relies on relationship, whether with co-workers, clients, suppliers, or investors.  When you are well-mannered and considerate in dealing with others you create engaging,productive long term business relationships.


When you stand out from the competition your value is perceived to be higher.  Trust and credibility is established, you will have increased sales and enhanced relationships


Our tools and training will give you the skills to appear confident and competent ...no matter where your business takes you.

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