Louise Fox Protocol Solutions - Etiquette and Protocol Intelligence: Etiquette and Protocol Intelligence are essential and productive business skills. Good manners are a show of respect. They humanize and harmonize business relationships and promote a powerful spirit of cooperation in the workplace.
Current ProtocolPower issue: 1.10 - August 2005

Louise Fox

Etiquette and Protocol Intelligence

In today's economy where services and products are very similar, other factors become increasingly important; courtesy, image, trust and perceptions of reliability. To remain in the market you must provide exceptional customer service and build lasting relationships with your customers. Etiquette and Protocol Intelligence gives you the tools to cultivate long lasting relationships with your clients and build customer loyalty.

Of course, training and expertise are essential, but you should be aware that you will be judged on your soft skills; how well you handle yourself, get along with people, and work in teams. You must be able to present yourself to your best advantage. Manners impact how others perceive you, whatever your position in the company. Your attire may be holding you back from promotion, you may be embarrassed or afraid to take clients to lunch, or you may be awkward when engaging in small talk.

The workplace has changed dramatically and so have the rules of behavior. Good manners in social situations do not necessarily apply in business settings or foreign environments. Business Etiquette training can help you eliminate behavior that could be construed as rude, sexist, racist, or discriminatory.

Many relationships in business today begin without face to face contact. The use of business etiquette in technological communication has become increasingly important. First impressions are important. "Netiquette" training can make the difference in establishing long term relationships and creating a positive first impression when using email.

Etiquette and Protocol Intelligence are essential and productive business skills. Good manners are a show of respect. They humanize and harmonize business relationships and promote a powerful spirit of cooperation in the workplace.

Etiquette and Protocol Intelligence positions you to:

Distinguish Yourself from the Competition
Project Confidence and Authority
Develop and Maintain Business
Project a Positive Image
Build Teamwork

You can gain a competitive edge with Etiquette and Protocol Intelligence no matter where you work or conduct business. Etiquette and Protocol Intelligence translates into a hard-edged practical result: profit for you and your company.

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