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Basic etiquette is required for a variety of circumstances, such as introducing yourself, answering the phone or attending a formal dinner party. Learn some simple etiquette tips that lead to social success with this free video series from a image and etiquette consultant.
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Proper etiquette and manners are required in order to be successful in all types of business or social situations. Find out the importance of treating people with civility in this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
Being polite requires consideration and respect for other people. To be polite open doors for people, limit cell phone conversations and say "thank you" or "excuse me." Learn to be aware of words and appearances to be polite in this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
Basic communication etiquette involves thinking before speaking, listening while someone else is talking and avoiding controversial issues. Watch volume and pitch when communicating with others using tips in this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
Teaching etiquette to teenagers should begin in early childhood, and it is important to instill the use of simple words like "please" and "thank you" in teens. Explore how to enforce etiquette in teenagers with this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
It's good etiquette to send a wedding gift, especially if attending the reception; however, never send a late present and always use the wedding registry to buy the appropriate gift. Find out more about wedding gift etiquette in this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
Toast your host after dessert is served, and make sure to say kind words to thank him or her for a wonderful evening. Discover the rules of toasting and receiving a toast with this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
General business etiquette involves practicing basic manners, such as being polite, introducing yourself, keeping eye contact and giving strong handshakes. Practice being courteous of others to develop proper business etiquette in this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
When traveling on a business trip, the proper behavior involves recognizing that you're constantly representing the company, which means dressing appropriately and being on time. Get tips for dressing and behaving appropriately for business trips in this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
Women's etiquette includes offering chairs to the elderly, giving a firm handshake and not primping in public. Show confidence and authority while practicing etiquette as a woman with this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
Proper table etiquette involves remembering many different rules, such as approaching the table, not lying personal items on the table and keeping hands on the table. Find out what not to do at the table in this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
When at a business dinner, follow the lead of others engaging in conversation, order food from the middle price range and dress appropriately for the occasion. Learn to talk about business politely at the table with this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
When answering a business call, the proper etiquette involves answering the phone while smiling, talking in a pleasant tone and getting the pertinent information out quickly. Talk with professionalism when answering a business call with tips in this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
To make polite conversation at a cocktail party, put people at ease by shaking hands, avoiding controversial topics and limiting snacking. Learn the safe topics to talk about at a cocktail party, such as music or the weather, in this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
Set a formal dinner table by placing the forks to the left, the knives to the right, the bread plate over the forks and sizing glasses from smallest to largest. Set a formal dinner table by watching an image and etiquette consultant in this free video.
When at a formal gathering, begin social interactions by entering the room with confidence, making eye contact and introducing yourself to others. Offer a strong handshake to other guests with tips in this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
When meeting someone for the first time, it is polite to introduce yourself first. Find out how to politely introduce yourself at social or business gatherings in this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
When giving a business card to someone, proper etiquette is to present the business card face up with the letters facing toward them. If receiving the card, learn how to take the business card in a polite manner using this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
The proper etiquette when dressing for business involves presenting a neat and clean image, which doesn't mean that the attire has to be boring. Accessorize business attire with this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
When traveling internationally on business, proper etiquette involves remembering to dress and behave according to cultural norms. Find out how to visibly respect different cultures while traveling internationally on business in this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
Before traveling to Europe on business, practice proper etiquette by researching the country's culture. Learn to avoid generalizing European countries while on a business trip with this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
The best way to remember someone's name is to repeat the name in conversation or ask for a business card. Find out how to use someone's name in conversation to avoid forgetting it with this free video from an image and etiquette consultant.
Business etiquette is the set of written and unwritten rules of conduct that make social interactions run smoothly. Office etiquette in particular applies to co-worker interaction, excluding interactions with external contacts such as customers and suppliers. The conventions of office etiquette address unique, office environmental issues such as cubicle life, usage of common areas, meetings and other forms of social interaction within the context of a work setting. In this free video series, let a professional image consultant give some basic tips for business etiquette. These are life skills that every working individual needs to know. Find out the basics of what it means to be polite and have good manners. Get tips for developing a nonthreatening communication style. Traveling on a business? Discover ways to improve manners in different countries, and learn to dress for business travel in a respectable way. Having a formal dinner party? Set the table the right way, and learn how to introduce yourself to new people. These basic etiquette skills can make or break success. So, take a moment and refine business manners today!
Gabriela Garzon Gabriela Garzon is the principal owner of G.G. Image & Etiquette Consulting in Miami, Fla., which is a full-service provider of image consulting, professional and personal etiquette, and international corporate protocol training for businesses. She has designed and taught interactive programs tailored to the needs of each organization, and she specializes in training individuals to develop leadership skills, build self-confidence and enhance personal development. Garzon has a bachelor's degree in international relations and women studies from Florida International University. She is nationally certified as a business etiquette and international protocol consultant.dkdk
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