This module seeks to introduce the concept of business etiquette and some basic consideration of its practice and is recommended for a candidate who wishes to specialise in specific business skills segment.
What is business etiquette? • What is the role of good manners in business? • What are the abcs of etiquette • Meeting and greeting scenarios • Guidelines for receptionists • Making introductions and greeting people • Introducing a client • Introducing yourself • The protocol of shaking hands • Meeting & board room protocol • Guidelines for planning a meeting • Guidelines for attending a meeting • For the chairperson
Principles of exceptional work behaviour • The principles of exceptional work behaviour • Entertaining etiquette • Objectives • Introduction • Planning a meal meeting • Business meal basics • Basics of table etiquette • Eating the meal • Issuing invitations • Choosing the appropriate gift in the business environment
Telephone etiquette • Introduction • What is telephone etiquette? • Answering the telephone courteously • Handling rude or impatient callers • Good telephone habits for everyone • Screening calls • Making calls • How to end conversations gracefully • Checking messages and returning calls
Multi-cultural challenges • Multi cultural etiquette • Did you know? • Cultural differences and its effect on business • Examples of cultural insensitivities
New issues in etiquette • Netiquette • Ethical issues in business etiquette • Case study • Sexual etiquette in the workplace • Why deal with sexual harassment? • Five steps to prevent sexual harassment • Dressing for success • The basic business wardrobe • Options for business casual
Venue
Date: 30 May 2008 Location: Onsite Training Centre, Rosebank