About the Course
By now it’s no secret that competition in today’s international business arena has grown by leaps and bounds, making it imperative that the protocol skills needed to compete effectively be developed and employed. Protocol is no longer relegated to the international diplomatic community alone. Knowledge of business protocol is necessary for everyone engaged in global business and exchange. We must be an envoy for the firm we represent, equipped with a knowledge and understanding of the business and social customs of the persons with whom we are negotiating. It is this know-how that will bring success. This seminar is for anyone whose job requires communicating, negotiating and socializing in the global marketplace. You don’t have to be a cosmopolitan nor do you need years of experience working for a multi-national company; but you need to have keen awareness and continually feed your mind with global oriented information.
Topics covered:
- Etiquette and Protocol Intelligence
- Pre-meeting Action Plan
- Negotiating to Win
- First Impressions are Lasting
- Rank and Status Awareness
- Business Card Protocol
- Business Custom and Terminology
- Electronic Communications
- Forms of Address
- Eye Signals and Eye Contact
- World-class Handshakes
- Global Communication Styles
- Global Conversation Skills
- Make an Effective Entrance and Mingling
- Project Cultural Awareness
- Gift Giving Protocol
- Strategic Dos and Don’ts