Etiquette Centre of Minneapolis, LLC 2010 Upcoming Events
Dining for Profit: Navigating the Nuances of the Business Meal Date: April 13, 2010 Business leaders say their most successful business meetings outside the office were conducted at a restaurant. Furthermore, employers say that a person's table manners (or lack thereof) may be a deciding factor in securing a signed contract or a position. Maximize your meeting success by polishing your dining etiquette and skillfully overcome anxiety while dining with potential clients. Etiquette of Powerful Networking Dates: April 20, 2010; June 8, 2010
March 16, 2010 (SESSION FULL)
March 25, 2010 (SESSION FULL)
During a tutorial four-course lunch, we will cover: Host and Guest Duties – Seating Protocol – Silverware Savvy – Navigating the Place Setting – Silent Service Code – American and Continental Styles – Eating Various Foods – Oops! What to Do – Small Talk / Table Talk – Tipping – Gracefully Paying – The Dos and Don'ts of Dining. Give yourself and business the competitive edge!
Much of today’s business success revolves around the power of networking. Strengthen your impression management skills and learn effective ways to build rapport, interact confidently, and communicate more effectively - the skills needed to put others and yourself at ease.
Topics covered: – Making an Entrance and Working a Room – Proper Introductions – Areas of the Room to Avoid and Why – Making Your Eye Contact Confident and Respectful – Basic Body Language – 6 Types of Handshakes and Their Meaning – Business Card Protocol – Tips for Remembering Names – Starting and Ending Conversations – The 5 Taboo Topics to Avoid – The 5 Most Tasteful Topics of Discussion – Giving and Receiving Compliments – Online Networking Etiquette – Networking Faux Pas – Gracefully Exiting the Event – Appropriate Meeting Follow-up
Business Etiquette Essentials for Women
Date: June 10, 2010
Women have changed the face of etiquette in the workplace over the last three decades and today's etiquette rules for women are profoundly different. During this program, you will learn tools that will give you the ability to interact confidently, communicate more effectively, and leverage your power and presence in the workplace.
Topics Covered: – How Your Voice Can Work Against You – Impact of Your Business Appearance – How to Gain Credibility During Introductions and Handshakes – Impact of Body Language for Women – Recognizing Indirect Aggression Among Women – Business Dining Guidance for Women – Tips for Dining Alone – Travel Safety – Access the Back Door When the Front Door is Blocked
CANCELLATION POLICY
I understand that the non-refundable tuition fee will secure a space for me in this event. In the event you need to postpone/cancel attendance you can attend class at a later date. Postponements MUST be received in writing, 72 hours prior to event or you will be unable to reschedule your participation.
For more information, please contact the Etiquette Centre of Minneapolis
by e-mail at info@etiquette-centre.com or phone at 763-432-9008.