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International Protocol: International Greetings - By Cynthia LettHow To Meet 300 People In 30 Seconds - By Cynthia Lett- Sample of Authorization Letter for Claiming Documents - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2012 from Jennifer ParkerAuthorization letters are letters that enable or rather, it will not be wrong to use the word, empower someone else to take actions on your behalf. The things associated with this power can be related to take a decision, sign on documents, participate in some event, give commitment, etc. The ...
Views: 91467(1 vote) - Definition: Business Etiquette - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakEtiquette, one aspect of decorum, is a code that governs the expectations of social behavior, according to the contemporary conventional norm within a society, social class, or group. Usually unwritten, it may be codified in written form. Etiquette usually reflects formulas of conduct in which ...
Views: 14936(1 vote) - Different Types of Menus and Their Advantages - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2016 from Rabia TanveerWhenever you go to a restaurant, you can see a menu on the table that provides you with a variety of foods and beverages. The main categories of a basic menu are appetizers, side orders, desserts and beverages. When you visit some of the restaurants, sometimes there are restricted sections for ...
Views: 13819 - Handling The Manipulative, Backstabbing Office Psychopath - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Andrew BaileyWe all have them. Those annoying, manipulative backstabbing colleagues. We normally label them as the 'office psychopath'. Male, female, it doesn't matter. In fact, Dr John Clarke, a lecturer at the Continuing Education Center at the University of Sydney and the author of two books on ...
Views: 13071(9 votes) - ***A Few Good Tips - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Cynthia LettEvery day, I become ever more increasingly aware of everyone that my life touches on a day to day basis. Recently I was trying to calculate how many lives would be affected each and every day if everyone I said hello to, wished a good day to, or waved into traffic during the rush hour, did the ...
Views: 10627(3 votes) - How to use pizza hut coupon codes - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Jennifer ObodoTo increase the sales and attract customers to their new ventures, pizza hut delivers attractive coupon for people that offer discounts and deals on purchase of meals at the shop. The local coupons or printable coupons are only available with the pizza hut and their website but there are lots of ...
Views: 9435(1 vote) - You Can Tell a lot from a Person’s Handshake - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Gil PizanoThis is probably a topic that has been beaten down so much that I’m almost embarrassed to write about it. But I can’t help it. You can tell a lot about a person from the way they shake hands with you. Whether they intend to let you know or not. How can that be? How do you know if the person ...
Views: 9237(1 vote) - Three Keys to Excellent Customer Service - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2021 from Dr Rick GoodmanIf you’re like me and I know many of you are out there, when it comes to customer service there are certain traits that stand out and can make or break a business. The three simple traits that I have noticed in businesses that deliver first-class service are the following: 1.They Listened to ...
Views: 9071(3 votes) - Three Keys to Excellent Customer Service - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2021 from Dr Rick GoodmanIf you’re like me and I know many of you are out there, when it comes to customer service there are certain traits that stand out and can make or break a business. The three simple traits that I have noticed in businesses that deliver first-class service are the following: 1.They Listened to ...
Views: 9071(3 votes) - ***How To Meet 300 People In 30 Seconds - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Cynthia LettThe title of this article suggests that you might be standing in front of a crowd of 300 and introducing yourself. Not really. You just met one guy who looks like he might be nice to talk with at this party you both are enjoying. But – did you realize when you said hello that you just met ...
Views: 8831(1 vote) - Represent Your Company Brand with a Professional Image - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Patty Buccellato“Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.” - Peter F. Drucker In today's tough economy, leadership is more challenging than ever. Creating a productive and effective company entails setting standards and limits. One item that comes up often is image. The ...
Views: 8745(4 votes) - ***International Protocol: International Greetings - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Cynthia LettMore Details about international greetings here. There are several forms of international greetings. Whether two businesspeople use a handshake, kiss and/or bow, for example, will depend on their cultural backgrounds. It is always a good idea to check with someone familiar with the customs of ...
Views: 8321(1 vote) - Arbitrage Opportunities In Bond Market - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2008 from Satya VeeravalliArbitrage refers to buying an instrument or a commodity in one market and simultaneously selling it in another, making clear and risk less profit. Arbitrage opportunities are available when markets are not efficient. A person who makes risk less profit by using market inefficiencies is called an ...
Views: 8012 - 6 Anger Management Techniques to Manage Your Boss - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2010 from Joe JamesOne of the most important people to use anger management techniques with is that person in your life that you struggle getting along with that you warmly refer to as your boss. You're tired. You're discouraged. You're dejected. You're unmotivated. You may feel that your boss is intimidating, ...
Views: 7534(2 votes) - Global Tenders- Understanding The Basic Concept Of Tender Proposals! - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2010 from Emily RalphTendering is way through which many companies find the valuable route to market, in order to enhance their business. When it is referred that cracking a deal right away is a cumbersome task then this implies that making a tender proposal is not everyone’s cup of tea and especially when it is ...
Views: 7379(5 votes) - ***Proper Etiquette Toward the Differently-abled - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2013 from Cynthia LettMore and more people with physical, mental and emotional impairments are joining the workforce, and business people who become disabled are returning to work like never before. The basic etiquette with the differently-abled persons is the Golden Rule: Treat others as you would want to be ...
Views: 7228(2 votes) - Send Your VP of Sales and Marketing a Thank You Note (They're Not Just for Job Interviews) - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeMany sales reps who spend time with upper-level people in their organization (for example--they go on a few sales calls with you, they sit down with you to talk, etc.) feel intimidated and as if they are wasting that person's time. Don't feel that way. They don't. If you are a rising star in ...
Views: 7154 - Cleaning the Steam Table - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Matthew GoudgeOne way of making sure that the foods being served are kept warm is to make use of a kitchen steam table. The dishes are placed on the steam table pans, and these pans are then placed over the steam table. The steam generated by the equipment keeps the food warm and ready to be served. The ...
Views: 6566 - ***The Other ‘Customs’ of International Meetings: Protocol - by Submitted on May 03, 2013 from Cynthia LettWhen I first started planning international meetings more than 20 years ago, “going global” was the catchphrase of the day. Companies sought new markets outside of the United States and associations sought new membership. When I started planning meetings abroad, my focus was strictly on ...
Views: 6517(2 votes) - Job Interview Mistakes: Oops! I turned down a job that I want now! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Peggy McKeeHave you ever found yourself in this situation? You turned down a job offer because you were sure you were getting a better one…and then you didn’t. What now? Can you get that offer back? Maybe. Here’s your best shot at turning this situation around for you: First of all, find out ...
Views: 6108 - How to Charm at Job Interviews - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuDo you want to ace interviews and get the job of your dreams? Then you need to study and master the art and science of making a good impression at a job interview. There is nothing as powerful at a job interview as making a good impression. It is the single most important factor in making a ...
Views: 6036 - What Should You Wear To The Medical Sales Interview? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Peggy McKeeWhat to wear for the interview can keep medical sales job seekers up at night because it’s so subjective. It’s not like other hard-and-fast rules of interviewing, like “always bring your 30-60-90-day plan,” or “always close for the job.” But your interview attire is just as important as those ...
Views: 5641(1 vote) - How to Survive a Boring Presentation - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2009 from James LeGrandSo, there you are, sitting through yet another boring presentation. As you are actively not listening and you sit back in your chair, you suddenly feel the sharp poke of an elbow from your neighbor. That's when you realize that you've been asleep. What's worse is that as your eyes open, the ...
Views: 5354 - Advertising is Everywhere and Firmly in Our Minds - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Grampa KenWe now see and hear ads in print publications, TV commercials and infomercials, spam and junk mail, telephone marketing, product labels, massively scattered in sport venues, and increasingly into what should be our valuable public spaces. Corporate marketing is so very invasive as at every ...
Views: 5276 - 6 ways to promote online business directory - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2013 from sonia dussalBusiness directory is a gathering of all information relevant to business. It is a comprehensive business guide which provides information of all business owners, manufacturers, suppliers, exporters, importers etc. to whom you want to contact for business purpose. Business directory is such an ...
Views: 5217 - How To Humiliate Yourself And Ruin Your Reputation In Under 5 Minutes (Without Getting Drunk!) - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2008 from Nate RifkinThere’s a little device that has the potential to get you fired, make your spouse leave you, and humiliate yourself in front of your friends and family. And chances are you used it already today – and will use it again. Know what it is? It’s EMAIL. And using email is exactly the same as ...
Views: 5175 - How to Write a Resignation Letter: Resigning on a Positive Note - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Michael LeeIf you’re entertaining thoughts of leaving your current office, you’d better learn how to write a resignation letter the right way. Even if you have one foot already out the door, it is no excuse to submit a shabby letter. Learning how to write a resignation letter properly gives your boss the ...
Views: 5144(2 votes) - Being Aware of Unique Cultural Needs - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Tom HopkinsIf you do business with people from cultural groups different than your own, you would be wise to invest some time understanding their cultures as well as their needs in terms of your products and services. You may not necessarily be doing business with people in another country, but with those ...
Views: 5103(1 vote) - 3 Steps to The Art of Conversation - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2009 from Danish AhmedDo you want to feel more love and connection in your life? One way to accomplish this is to have more conversations! It's that simple. Think about it... Have you ever been in elevator with a dozen people and nobody said a word to each other? Why do we sometimes hesitate and stop ourselves ...
Views: 5071(15 votes) - 5 Golden Rules of Good Office Etiquette - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Cassandra VillaJobsDB.com recently spoke to Agnes Koh, Director of Etiquette & Image International. Agnes shared with us some valuable advice on the importance of good office etiquette and what are some ways to practice it. Agnes is an enthusiastic and charismatic trainer with expertise in individual and ...
Views: 5031 - How to Catch a Fugitive - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Bailisimo BondoFugitive Hunting Strategies The primary job of a bounty hunter is to locate and apprehend fugitives that have failed to appear for a court date after posting bail. Because of the dangers involved it is necessary for a fugitive recovery agent to know the proper strategies and tactics to ...
Views: 4995 - Don't Complain, Don't Explain: How Not to Share Too Much Information at Work - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2011 from Lisa Taylor RicheyWhether you are an executive or a new hire, this is a very good tip. Think about it. Who wants to be around a complainer? Take a moment and think about your personal relationships. Have you ever had a friend that constantly complains about the same thing over and over? A year later she is still ...
Views: 4984 - What’s Your Greatest Weakness? How to Answer the Most Irritating Job Interview Question—And Still Get It Right - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Peggy McKee“What’s your greatest weakness?” is one of those typical but tough job interview questions. We all hate this question, but it comes up all the time, and your answer is critical. You know you’re going to get asked, so be prepared. It’s trickier than it seems on the surface, and there’s an art ...
Views: 4967 - Eight Tips to Deal with Bully Emails - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2010 from Joan CurtisRecently, I had the misfortune of dealing with a colleague who liked to intimidate through email. I suspect some of you might have had similar experiences. The entire process made me think about what is the best way to deal with bully emails. We want to “say it just right.” But, what is ...
Views: 4929 - Examples of Bad Leadership and How to Avoid Them - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2013 from Lisa RezacThe success of a business depends on several components, and the most important of these components is good leadership. Without proper leadership, a company will not succeed. Just look at some of the most successful businesses in the world and then take a look at their leaders; Microsoft and ...
Views: 4812 - 7 Tips to Creating a Professional Online Presence - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Monica Molstad Baresh7 Tips to Creating a Professional Online Presence by Monica Molstad Baresh and April Courville The most basic key to an online professional presence is very similar to how you would act in person. R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Relationships. Encouragement. Sharing. Staying Positive. Education. ...
Views: 4697 - Personal Hygiene of the Kitchen Steward - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from Matthew GoudgeThe personal hygiene of the kitchen steward is a very big responsibility that he has to carry. After all, his stewarding job revolves around keeping the whole restaurant and its kitchen clean, so it follows that he also has to maintain personal cleanliness and hygiene as well. Personal ...
Views: 4599 - Five Leadership Qualities That Will Make You Stand Out - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Marlene ChismWhat leadership qualities do the most effective managers posses that make them stand out from ordinary managers? You might think that it’s difficult to stand out given all the distractions of the day. However, there are easy ways to be exceptional simply by distinguishing yourself from the ...
Views: 4585 - Networking for Success: Navigating the Business Cocktail Party - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2012 from Diane CraigWhat better context both to form new business contacts and to develop existing connections than at a business cocktail party, which has a more casual and relaxed vibe than the office – but still maintains a professional overtone? Business cocktail parties are a great opportunity to break out of ...
Views: 4575 - Five Traits Of Good Telemarketing Representatives - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2012 from Belinda SummersThe thing about business lead generation is the fact that this is a very complex job. For this reason, it is possible that you do not have the skills to handle it on your own. But that should not be a problem. As long as you are able to outsource the work to a competent telemarketing company, ...
Views: 4350 - Benefits of Computer Memory Upgrade - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Allyson FelixAre not you satisfied with the performance of your computer? Are you facing problem while running multi tasks at a time? Is your computer taking ages to run small programs or taking a long time to start the Operating System? Then you seriously need to consider getting a computer memory upgrade. ...
Views: 4342(1 vote) - Stewarding Department Training Guidelines – Knowing When to Clean the Kitchen - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2011 from Matthew GoudgeBeing a kitchen steward is by no means an easy job. It’s the kitchen steward’s duty to make sure that every item in the kitchen is ready for use and these items include the utensils, dishes, tools, and the whole kitchen area itself. This is to make sure that the customers don’t experience any ...
Views: 4277 - Vendor Verification – How to Prevent Vendor Fraud, Vendor Risks and Business Reputation - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Muhammad Saad KhanIn current economy, business reputation is the key factor to get recognized in the fast paced business arena. Every business who wants to reach the highest point of development is outsourcing their tasks to third party i.e., Vendors. According to a recent global study, corporate fraud ...
Views: 4211(1 vote) - How to Recover from Bloopers, Blunders and Faux Pas - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Shelle Rose CharvetThe dictionary defines a faux pas, as a false step (which is the literal translation from French) or a breach of etiquette. A blunder is a stupid mistake, to move awkwardly or stumble or to utter stupidly or confusedly. Bloopers are defined as a clumsy mistake, especially one made in public. ...
Views: 3974 - Wisdom and principle are more important than money alone - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Robert ComraddChapter 9 Why Money is not the Total Answer to Success and Happiness I’m sure you have heard the proverb: “If you give a man a fish, he will eat for a day, but if you teach a man to fish, he’ll eat for life.” I feel this is very true. A friend told me about a story that aired on TV. He ...
Views: 3938 - A Positive Workplace Means Positive Business Etiquette - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2008 from Mary Jane ParisNo matter what the industry or business sector, “Positive Workplaces” are built on successful people-to-people relationships, beginning with the most critical component, the partnership between managers and employees. This relationship sets the tone and impacts the workplace. The workplace ...
Views: 3819 - How to Redirect a Meeting Monopolizer - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2012 from Helen ThammEver been in a meeting where one person talks and talks and TALKs and either repeats her point over and over or talks around the subject? About the only thing those folks inspire from the rest of the team is a strong desire to “space out” or maybe even think about “checking out”! If no one ...
Views: 3802 - Should You Bring a 30/60/90-Day Plan to the First Job Interview? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Peggy McKeeMany candidates wonder if it’s a good idea to bring their 30/60/90-day plan to their first job interview with the company. They have questions about timing, etiquette, or even saving a “wow” moment for the second interview. A 30/60/90-day sales plan (or action plan, if you’re not in sales), ...
Views: 3763 - Document Dilemma - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Diane CraigManaging your office environment Apple Stores across North America take pride in being paperless environments. They use technology to circumvent reams of paper, with only an occasional departure from their paperless guidelines. Apple may be the exception, rather than the rule. If memory ...
Views: 3748(1 vote) - How to Talk To Successful People - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from Eduard EzeanuSuccessful people can be hard to talk to. Nevertheless, it's particularly important to know how to talk to successful people, because the value these people can have in your life is much bigger than the value of your average Joe. And you can learn this. Most individuals are intimidated by ...
Views: 3672(1 vote) - How Did Technology Changed the Way People Communicate - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Belinda BrownIf you really stop to think about the number of different things that have changed since personal computers have come onto the scene, it really is quite staggering. It not only has changed the way that many of us do business and keep track of our daily lives, it has also changed the way that ...
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