Do you ever wonder ...

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• How to choose the right camera angle?

• Why good lighting is so important and how to light yourself like a pro?

• What to wear?

• Where to look when you're speaking?  Or listening?

• Why so many people don't know how to use the mute button and how you can avoid being that person?

• When you should be on -- and off -- camera?

• How to handle distractions like animals, children, and life?

• How to ensure a strong connection so your image doesn't freeze up?

• How you're supposed to conduct or participate in virtual meetings?  Are they like in-person meetings? 

• Pre-and post-event plans for networking

• Making an entrance

• The handshake

• Introductions and nametags

• Forms of address

• Business card protocol

• Conversation

• Your elevator speech

• Eating and drinking at events

• Electronic communications

• Social media

Wonder no more.  Never again be nervous about which fork to use.  Dine Like a Diplomat will set you up to not worry about what's going on ON the table, so you can focus on conversation and business taking place AT the table.  

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We will cover:

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• Pre-meal arrangements

• Invitations

• Host and guest duties

• Arrival and seating

• Conversation

• Napkin etiquette

• Toasting

• Navigating the place setting

• Alcohol consumption

• Challenging foods

• Concluding the meal

• Departure and follow-up

• Precedence

• Seating for meetings, dining, travel

• Forms of address

• Flag etiquette

• Gifts

• Your duties as business event host or guest

• The importance of being on time

Do you ever ask yourself these questions?

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• Am I making the most of my professional appearance?  Are there ways I can improve?

• What's the difference between business attire and business casual attire?  What about accessories?

• How do I set a leadership example?

• What is workplace "Incivility Creep" and how can I effectively combat it in my workplace?

• How can I be more a more comfortable and effective speaker?

• What is the best way to provide constructive critique?  

• I know I need to delegate, but how?

• How do I manage my meetings calendar?  And the meetings in that calendar?  

• When do I email?  Or text?  Or call?  

• How do I maintain my good reputation on social media?

We have all been there -- the job interview.  Together we can work on the following key areas to help you be ready to shine at your next potential employment meeting:

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• Pre-interview research and planning

• Translating experience into marketable skills a prospective employer will find valuable

• Appropriate interview attire

• Mock interviews with critique

• Follow-up and thank you notes

• Your online presence

How you look and present yourself is your personal calling card.  Let's make sure you never doubt the answer to any of these questions:

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• How do I make a good first impression?

• What is the definition of being well dressed?

• How do I figure out dress code guidelines?

• What messages do different colors send in business attire?

• What about make-up and fragrances?

• How can I accessorize without being "too much"?

• Do accoutrements like classic writing instruments, briefcases, and portfolios make a difference?  

• What items should be in my wardrobe and how do I ensure a proper fit?