Our Programs: Professional/Business
for Business and Professional Persons
“There is a new business twist for the twenty-first century: Good Manners. In the past few years, increasing attention has been given to ‘business niceties,’ those little things denoting class and style. In fact, manners have become as integral to your professional image as your technical knowledge. Young professionals and savvy executives are scrambling to acquire the new form of professional polish. Not only does it make for a nicer work environment, but it pays off in promotion, raises and overall recognition. Every professional should realize that good business etiquette is a powerful tool that provides one the cutting edge and advantage in the business arena ...
“Spurred on by global competition, companies look increasingly to those candidates who possess soft skills. In other words, knowing proper etiquette in today’s business arenas means getting more business for the company and increasing your chances of moving ahead. Soft skills include introducing clients and making them comfortable, understanding and respecting precedence, or selecting the right fork at a six-course dinner.
“The American Dress for Success guru, John Malloy, found that almost everyone he talked to agreed that the final indicator of class was the possession of certain social skills. Ninety-nine out of every 100 executives said that social skills were prerequisites to succeeding in business and social life. Malloy also found that most business executives agree that handling oneself well at a cocktail party or the dinner table is at least as important as handling oneself skillfully in a boardroom.
“Today, the personal and professional demands placed upon the business executive surpass any experienced in the past. The savvy executive must know how to explore new markets, develop opportunities worldwide, and master the techniques necessary to outclass the competition.” (Source: Etiquette and Leadership Institute)
The Connecticut School of Etiquette looks forward to partnering with you and/or your organization on your quest for personal and professional success.
A brief listing of our topics include:
- What is Business Etiquette?
- Dress for Success
- Introductions
- Mastering the Art of Mingling
- Workplace Etiquette
- Business Social Situations
- Business Communication
- From the Boardroom to the Dining Room: Confident Dining
- Handling Difficult Situations
- Enhancing Your Image
- The 24/7 Professional