Grace and Charm for Linguists II - Dining Etiquette

Formats: Webinar presentations
Topics: Expand your business and advance in your career
Getting established in the translation industry
Business of Translation and Interpreting

Course summary
Start time:Mar 29, 2012 16:00 GMT     Add to calendar

Duration: 60 minutes.

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Language:English
Summary:Learn the proper etiquette to be used when networking with direct clients, agencies and fellow linguists in a variety of business settings. Etiquette and formalities are still important in our global market.
Description
Like all other professionals, In this two-hour presentation, learn how to use proper etiquette when networking with both direct clients, agencies and fellow linguists at seminars, conferences, dinner meetings and other networking events. This course is co-presented by Suzanne Deliscar, a lawyer-linguist, and Walethia Aquil, CEO and Owner of Grace and Charm LLC, an etiquette and personal development company based in the United States. The Grace and Charm Success System is a proprietary system designed to provide professionals with the training in proper business decorum and protocols in a step by step process that will enhance any professionals ability to win (be successful) in establishing meaningful relationships with upscale clientele and decision makers.

Part I focuses on Networking Etiquette. Part II focuses on Dining Etiquette.
Target audience
Freelancers and outsourcers who are interested in learning the etiquette skills that will refine and boost their networking capabilities.
Learning objectives
In this webinar, you will learn how to become the successful business person, perfect lady or gentleman and distinguish yourself from your colleagues and competitors, multiplying your earning potential, and increasing career opportunities.
Prerequisites
No prerequisites.
Program
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• Effective Business Meal Tactics
• Host and Guest Duties (Who Pays)
• Silverware Savvy-avoid fork faux pas
• Styles of Eating-American and Continental
• The Silent Service Code
• Receiving Line
• Hosting the Business Lunch/Dinner
• Eating Various Foods
• The Do’s and Don’ts of Dining
Registration and payment information
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To purchase your seat at this session please click on the "buy" button. Available slots are limited and will be assigned to registered and paid participants as soon as payment is reported. Early payment is advised in order to secure participation. Allow some time for payment processing if you are paying by wire transfer.

After your payment is received, your status will be changed to “registered and paid” and your spot for the session will be secured. An invoice and receipt of payment will be sent to you for your records.

How do I access the online platform?

72 hours before the webinar takes place, you will receive an invitation to join the session. Please, click the registration link or button provided in the invitation email and complete the registration form.
Virtual platform system requirements
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For PC-based Users:

For PC-based Users:

• Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
• Required: Internet Explorer® 7.0 or newer, Mozilla® Firefox® 3.0 or newer or Google™ Chrome™ 5.0 or newer (JavaScript™ and Java™ enabled)
• Internet Connection Required: Cable modem, DSL, or better Internet connection
• Recommended: Dual-core 2.4GHz CPU or faster with 2GB of RAM (recommended)

For Mac®-based Users:

• Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 – Leopard® or newer
• Required: Safari™ 3.0 or newer, Firefox® 3.0 or newer or Google™ Chrome™ 5.0 or newer (JavaScript™ and Java™ enabled)
• Internet Connection Required: Cable modem, DSL, or better Internet connection
• Required: Intel processor (1GB of RAM or better recommended)

To Use VoIP (microphone and speakers or headset):

• Required: Fast Internet connection (384 kbps or more recommended)
• Required: speakers or headset (USB headset recommended)
• NOT required: Microphone - attendees can communicate with the trainer through incorporated chat.

Recommendations

• For the visual section of the training course, we recommend that you have a 64kbps link. This means using an ISDN line or Broadband. Wireless connection is NOT recommended.
• For the audio section of the training course, we recommend that you have a headset or speakers.
• We recommend that you log in 30 minutes in advance of the start time to prepare for the training course.

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Created by
 Suzanne Deliscar    View feedback | View all courses
Bio: Suzanne Deliscar is both a lawyer and a Spanish and French to English translator. A graduate of McMaster University with a Combined Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Latin American Studies, and a minor in Science, Technology and Public Policy in 2000, Ms. Deliscar went on to obtain a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Windsor Faculty of Law in 2003. Ms. Deliscar was called to the Bar of the Province of Ontario in 2004 and has been actively practicing law on a full-time basis since that time. As a lawyer-linguist, Suzanne focuses on official document and legal translation, and also trains fellow language professionals in the areas of marketing and legal translation.
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