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Business Etiquette . . .

 

. . . Management now values manners in the workplace as never before. 

More and more executives are finding a connection between civility and       success .

 

 

International Business Etiquette and Protocol

 

Diplomatic Faux Pas . . .

 

 . . . In 2010, the British Prime Minister, David Cameron along with his delegation caused a stir on an official visit to China by wearing poppies as boutonnieres. This was done in observance of a British tradition of wearing poppies in November in observance of those British lost in war. For the Chinese who fought the Opium Wars against the British, losing two of those wars and Hong Kong as well, the poppies, the source of opium, were a grim and shameful reminder of those losses. Before the official event, the Prime Minister and his delegation were asked by the Chinese officials to remove the poppies.

 

Regardless of the country, there are rules that apply to implementing proper business etiquette and protocol. For success in the international business arena it is critical to be aware of cultural differences, social customs, expressions, gestures and conduct. The smallest mistake in international etiquette and protocol could jeopardize your career. Appearing rude, uninformed or having a lack of manners could end a business relationship. Cultural awareness at home or abroad is necessary to establish credible and lasting relationships.

 

Business Etiquette and the Workplace

 

Business etiquette and workplace manners set the standard of professionalism for your company. Good manners and consideration contribute to employee morale, improve team effort and build positive working relationships which directly reflect on your company. Polite and professional behavior conveys the message that your business is credible and trustworthy. Clients will form a perception of your business based on the behavior and professionalism of your staff.

 

Business Skills for Young Adults

 

Proper etiquette in an interview for school or a job is essential. Business etiquette skills are important not only to acquire a job but to maintain a professional environment in which people can work together harmoniously and efficiently. Acquiring these skills at an early age prepares young adults for the demands of the educational and business arena.    

 

Customized Seminars

 

Elements of Business Etiquette and Protocol Seminars May Include . . .

 

-Breakfast Meeting

-Business Cards

-Business Cocktail Party

-Business Dinners

-Business Lunches

-Ceremonies

-Communication Styles

-Conversational Skills

-Corporate Gift Giving

-Cross-Cultural Communication

-Customer Service

-Electronic Communication

-Gossip-Free Workplace

-Greetings

-Grooming

-Handshaking

-Host/Hostess Duties and Guest Duties

-International Dining

-Introductions

-Invitations

-Meetings

-Negotiations

-Netiquette

-Networking

-Non-Verbal/Verbal Communication

-Professional Dress

-Punctuality

-Special Events

-Table Manners

-Taboo Topics

-Telephone/Cellphone Etiquette

-The Formal Dinner

-The Guest List

-V.I.P Visits