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Engaging in Etiquette Advancing in Excellence
  • Are you risking making a really bad first impression?
  • If you were asked to a really important dinner party, would you know what to do with all your forks and glasses?
  • When making good business decisions and building relationships are you aware how to communicate and conduct yourself properly to be remembered in a positive manner?
  • What can I do to have renewed confidence, renewed control, and a renewed attitude about my ability to handle meetings and communicating with others?
  • What are the essentials for understanding developing and facilitating Hospitality Texas Style?

All these questions and more are addressed when you book Renewed Focus & Associates' "Engaging in Etiquette" seminar. Engaging in Etiquette connects you to the direct source of knowledge giving you renewed confidence with an edge for success.

Answering these questions are the foundation of our business etiquette conferences. Let Engaging in Etiquette make your next seminar or conference a life-changing experience.

Engaging in Etiquette will assist you in getting connected by engaging you and your staff in a fun yet informative etiquette experience. We will provide you with renewed self-assurance, renewed self-confidence, a foundation of social graces, and an ability to build upon your acquired skills.  We will give you a significant insight into hospitality Texas style by sharing ways to graciously build maintain and enhance relationships.

Be sure to book your "Engaging in Etiquette" seminar or conferences by contacting Dan Gilmore at:
Renewed Focus & Associates 979-249-7357 dan@rfassociates.net.
For other leadership conferences see our web site at: www.rfassociates.net.

Mission Statement of Engaging in Etiquette:
Engaging in Etiquette Experience Everyday in Everyway Advancing in Excellence by Developing Leaders One Person at a Time.

Business Etiquette Seminar One
During this seminar you will address the following topics:

  •  Introductions
  •  Kiss, Bow, Hug, Greetings
  •  Handshakes
  •  Presence and Body Language
  •  Conversational Skills
  •  How to Start a Conversation
  •  Conversational Mess-Ups
  •  Conversational Rescues
  •  Successful Relational Building (mingling and meeting)
  •  Business Card Presentation
  •  Etiquette for Dinner Meeting
  •  Personal Presentation
  •  Email and Phone Etiquette
  •  Learning to Say "Thank You"
  •  Treating Others with Respect
  •  Making the Right Impression
  • Concluding Remarks

The Business Entertaining Seminar Two
During this conference you will address:

  •  Restaurant Etiquette
  •  Introduction To the Place Setting
  • Table Manners/ Styles of Eating
  •  How To Eat Certain Foods
  •  Distressing Mealtime Moments
  •  Dressing for the Occasion
  •  Cocktail Etiquette
  •  Wine Etiquette
  •  Toasting
  •  Business Travel
  •  Theater Etiquette
  •  General Etiquette in public and private places
  •  Manners are a Matter of Choice
  •  Concluding Remarks

Etiquette training for children, youth, and adults (these are two (2)-hour seminars dealing with specific issues of challenge and personal development)

Learning what manners are all about

Learning about Dating Etiquette and Treating Others with Dignity and Respect

Becoming a Real Leader in Today's World

Understanding Leadership and Etiquette (A study addressing how leadership is enhanced by exercising positive leadership).

Dealing with Change in Your Life

Other Seminars Available to You:
The time has come, the familiar term "dinner is served" has been announced and you have been directed toward a seat at the table. As you approach the seat your pulse begins to increase and your palms sweat ever so slightly. You hear in your mind the music from your favorite horror movie. You stare down at the table and there they are, forks, spoons, knives, glasses, plates, and oh what is that other utensil? Stop!! This does not have to happen to you.

Engaging in Etiquette Dining Out Seminar
A (thirty (30) minute -two (2) hour conference) will address all your fears and set you free. It will offer you an enjoyable yet highly informative experience in learning about etiquette and participating in developing your etiquette style and foundation. The following topics will be addressed:

  •  Dining Etiquette
  •  More than just learning which is the right fork
  •  Learning which glass is mine and why
  •  How to handle difficult foods?
  •  Ordering with restraint and reason
  •  Who eats first?
  •  When can we start?
  •  Who is really in charge?
  •  Where do I get my cues for continuing?
  •  Making the Right impression from the start
  •  Handling situations that could be unpleasant
  •  What happens when someone "messes up"?

Etiquette in Communications and Building Business Relationships
(May be presented in thirty (30) minutes thru two (2) hours)

  •  Knowing the right thing to say at the right time
  •  Introductions and the proper sequence
  •  Presentations and business procedures
  •  Respecting others in perception and reality
  •  Being a Team player the right way
  •  Manners what are they and are they catchy?
  •  Recognizing the proper methods and manners
  •  Is there a protocol in your situation?
  •  Hospitality Texas Style
  •  Discussion and evaluation

Engaging in Etiquette (winning, attractive, appealing)
A basic etiquette seminar addressing general procedures of conduct. It will be facilitated in time slots of thirty-(30) minutes thru two (2) hours.
Subjects addressed will include:

  •  Introductions
  •  Handshaking
  •  Posture and Presence
  •  Self-Confidence
  •  Making Good Decisions
  •  Table Manners
  •  Table Settings
  •  Conversational Skills
  •  Communicating with Confidence

Other Engaging in Etiquette Seminars for Adult, Teen/Youth, and Children:

  •  You get more with honey than bad manners and a smart mouth.
     -A seminar of "how to" positively influence others. -All ages.
     (Two Hours)
  •  Mind you Manners for youth and teens (Two to Four Hours)
  •  Behavior that brings about smiles-children 4-12 (Two Hours)
  •  Just Because - training and skills to develop children of style (Two Hours)
  •  Mr. Manners Presenting Manners and Memories - Children (Two Hours)
  •  Manners in your Marriage Adults (Two hours)
  •  Wedding Etiquette (Two Hours)
  •  Etiquette while staying at a Bed and Breakfast-what you might
     expect and what your host might expect of you the guest. This is
     also helpful to the traveler looking for a more pleasant traveling
     experience.
  •  Why Should I Care About Good Manners? What is in it for me? (One -Three Hours)

Affiliations:

Renewed Focus & Associates "Engaging in Etiquette Advancing in Excellence" is based on our studies and affiliation with Etiquette Survival, LLC, Los Gatos, CA.. Etiquette Survival gives Engaging in Etiquette access to a wealth of seminars, programs, and teaching materials. Sue Fox, founder and owner of Etiquette Survival has year's experience and etiquette leadership with a broad client list. Engaging in Etiquette has incorporated Ms. Fox's materials along with other original dynamic leadership materials for all ages. You will find uncommon leadership resources with RF & Associates "Engaging in Etiquette". It is our goal to provide you our client with the absolute best in outstanding resources as you attempt to Advance in Excellence.

Seminars are two hours, half day or full day seminar. (May schedule a 30 or 60 minute specialty seminar upon request)

Book your next seminar or conference by contacting:

Engaging in Etiquette Advancing in Excellence
Dr. Dan Gilmore
P.O. Box 626
La Grange, TX. 78945
979-249-7357
dan@rfassociates.net
www.rfassociates.net

Seminar fees include:

  • 30 minute mini-conference in conjunction with another event $50.00 - $100.00
  • 30 minute mini-conference $100.00 per presentation
  • 2-Hour Seminars
    • General Public/Groups $75 - $150 per person
    • College/University or student base $85 - $150 per hour
    • Church Groups or Non-Profit Groups Call for quote
  • 4-Hour Seminars
    • Associations 10 - 30 persons $100 - $125 per person
    • Corporate 10 - 30 persons $125 - $200. per person
    • Clubs or Groups 10 - 30 persons $125 - $200 per person
    • Hotels 10 -40 persons $125 - $175 per person
    • Professional Groups (Realtors/Bankers/Attorneys/Brokers/Etc $125 - $150 per person
  • Individual Consultation $100 - $175 per hour
  • Speaking Engagement Large Groups $1000 - $1500 per day

If you questions about our rate plans, please feel free to discuss it with our representative.

Note: All quotes for scheduling meetings are plus expenses, which include meals, travel, accommodations and any conference related expenses.
 

Dan Gilmore
979-249-7357
Email: dan@rfassociates.net

RF & Associates • 979-249-7357