Mitacs Step: Business and Dining Etiquette - Toronto (Aug 21, 2012)

Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 07/24/2012 - 12:13
Step | ON

When: Tuesday, August 21st, 2012

Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm (Registration 8:30am SHARP)

Where: 89 Chestnut St / Toronto, ON 

Room: Lombard Suite (2nd floor)

 

Register here!  

 

We all want to make a good first impression and there’s nothing like a first day on the job to test your ability to affect how others interact with you! The good news is that we’re naturally wired to connect to others. 

The benefit? Engaged workplaces are more innovative, have higher retention rates and get better results. This business etiquette workshop will show you all about evolved business conduct and will help you maximize your work relationships and send the right message about yourself (and your organization).

Learning Outcomes

Meeting Essentials

How you handle yourself in a meeting says a lot about you.  Learn the elements of etiquette and conduct that will give you the comfort and confidence needed to succeed in any meeting!

  • Advance preparation 
  • Making an entrance 
  • Executing a perfect handshake 
  • Exchanging business cards 
  • Taking a seat, posture, seating protocols 
  • Food and drink etiquette 
  • Etiquette with technology 
Date: 
Tue, 08/21/2012 - 09:00 - 13:00

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