College life is exciting! It is all about learning, and not just in the classroom. It is an entirely new culture for those leaving home for the first time and entering college life. It is important for the incoming student to learn campus etiquette: how to show consideration for their roommates, classmates, student leaders and professors; respecting the campus, classroom, library, dormitory, parking, etc. …the rules of engagement that all freshmen need to know.

Sportsmanship by definition means manners in the arena. However on today’s team, manners must extend beyond the game. The professional appearance and behavior of your athletes has the potential to be the best brand image for your college or university. The ideal representation of your athletes is symbolic of all your students as competitors, champions, winners and modern day heroes. Polish is a skill and can be taught. So go ahead, get in the game. Teach your athletes to play with integrity in and out of the arena.

According to the US Department of Labor, it is estimated that of the total time we spend in communication, 55% is devoted to listening. Listening, of course, is the polite thing to do. It is not just a skill, but an art, a lost art. It is not only the foundation of all good conversation, but also for building relationships both professionally and personally. But even more importantly, listening is how we expand our world. Everything starts with a voice. Listen up! Learn more

The way you treat people is not about who they are, but rather all about who you are. Your manners and etiquette are not just actions…they are an attitude…an attitude that is closely related to your self-confidence, your position in business and personal life, as well as your ability to build successful relationships, teams…organizations. This program covers six points to help improve attitudes.

Enhance your ability to make a powerful and positive first impression using body language, eye contact, handshake, poise, posture and the lost art of manners. These are all components of successful business and personal savvy. Your ability to handle yourself with style and grace is part of the new measure of success. Learn More

In today’s highly competitive, global environment landing the desired job requires more than academics and experience. It requires the skill of polish companies are looking for when filling employment opportunities. This skill is part of the silent skill set and something that you can not put on the resume.

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This dynamic presentation deals with the eight basic rules of office etiquette including the art of listening, how you speak, being courteous, respecting privacy, being on time and more. These are the foundation of team building with your coworkers and relationship building with your customers. How you handle yourself and motivate those around you is a critical factor in the longevity and advancement of your career.

This program is designed to help you become the polished individual, savvy in the social skills that make a professional impression. To grow professionally, you first have to grow personally. Learn the art of conversation, business card protocol, how to work a room and more social skills that are a prerequisite to succeeding in your personal and professional life. 

Statistics show how we appear speaks more about us and is more important sometimes than what we verbally have to say. Understand the dos and don’ts of looking your best with your clothes and power accessories. Learn what is proper and appropriate dress for everything from business casual to white tie.

There are studies that indicated over one half of all business is done over the dining table. The business lunch is still the favored meal meeting. This program focuses on the meeting etiquette and proper dining manners necessary to be successful.