SOCIAL ETIQUETTE
BE THE BEST, AND LET OTHERS REMAIN SECOND BEST
The program is based on the long-standing traditional principles of the best Swiss finishing schools. Our training is one of the most comprehensive in the world. Style, elegance, social spirit and a cosmopolitan view of the world distinguish you in everything you do. In all cultures, we judge each other according to our behavior, be it in food, fun, appearance, posture, or handshake. It is from these details that the people you meet will read your level of education, background and social intelligence. The aim of this course is to take your social intelligence to the highest level and teach you to be the best version of yourself in any situation and to have a sensitive and responsive approach to others. The correct use of a napkin is of course important, but it is also equally important to learn how to fluidly adapt to the environment, maintain self-control and be able to communicate with confidence and trustworthiness at any particular moment or in any situation.
WE OFFER THREE TYPES OF PROGRAMS
EXAMPLES OF TOPICS OF INDIVIDUAL COURSES
- European and international social etiquette and general principles of behavior
- How to make a good first impression
- Greetings and introductions of oneself and others
- Body language
- The art of communication
- The art of acquiring contacts and orientation in social life
- Public speaking and interview techniques
- Voice, art of rhetoric, personal expression and presentation
- Personal image and social dress code
- Art of being entertaining and how to enjoy oneself
- How to appear trustworthy
- How to be a good guest or host
- Festive table place setting
- Posture, mental balance and demeanor
- Greetings and introducing yourself and others
- ABCs of dining (how to sit at table, hold cutlery, using and placing a napkin…)
- How to eat a variety of specialties such as shrimps, oysters, escargot, etc.
- What are the differences between a formal lunch, dinner, banquet and reception
- Coming to the table and seating
- How to hold a glass and taste
- How to handle any potential faux pas during dining
- How to create an invitation to a social event
- How and when to excuse yourself from attending an event you are invited to
- The art of donating, even in an international context
- Gift wrapping
- Flower arrangement
- The art of managing staff and communicating with them
- How to correctly write a text message, e-mail, letter and proper telephone etiquette