Dining Etiquette & Networking Services
Adult Dining Etiquette
Designed to assist the professional maximize their customer relations through increasing their knowledge of dining etiquette and table manner protocol. An interactive one to two hour presentation is tailored to meet your group’s needs and accompanies a sit-down meal, either on-site or at a local venue. Recommended for all levels of professionals, as a review or as a primer for those with little knowledge on the topic.
Adult Networking
Participants learn proven successful networking techniques and are provided with the opportunity to apply them in a casual, interactive environment. This 60–90 minute presentation is held on-site or at a local venue and tailored to meet the group’s needs. Often appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages are included in the event, provided by the host. Recommended for all levels of professionals, as a review or as a primer for those with little networking knowledge.
High School and College Dining Etiquette & Networking
Specialized services for high school, colleges and universities aim at enhancing students’ professional and personal development. Our offerings include comprehensive workshops on networking and dining etiquette, designed to equip students with the skills needed to navigate professional environments confidently.
Children’s Etiquette Services
Children’s Classes are for ages 8-12 years old. As a certified as a Children’s Etiquette Consultant, Meg offers this instruction in a group setting or through individual coaching. Children learn to become confident in social situations as well as sit-down dining. Taught interactively, children will leave with a life skill that will serve them into adulthood.
Custom Packages Available Upon Request
Why Is Etiquette Important?
Many people wonder why “etiquette” is important in today’s world of fast food, virtual meetings and casual dining. The truth is that etiquette never goes out of style, although some of its practices may change over time. Knowing proper etiquette provides us with a framework of guidelines to help us navigate and feel comfortable in social situations. These social guidelines have been established over time, often out of respect for one’s host and fellow guests. “Manners” partner nicely with etiquette as they stress consideration and kindness towards others, a concept seamlessly integrated into our etiquette training at Greater Visions Consulting.
As a highly visible display of our communication skills, our etiquette and manners are part of our personal branding and can “make or break” us in the working world. Our interaction in a job interview, at a business luncheon, or at a social event, all demonstrate how we treat others and handle ourselves within the guidelines of our culture’s socially acceptable behavior.
Still skeptical about whether etiquette is important? Imagine sitting at a dinner in another country, where none of the table setting is familiar to you – where do you start? Or maybe it’s in THIS country, at your first six-course meal. Wouldn’t you like to know how to proceed without risking offending your host and fellow diners (and not exhibiting your skills to their greatest advantage)? Thankfully, there are opportunities to learn dining and networking etiquette where you can practice it in a safe and encouraging environment. Let Greater Visions Consulting partner with you or your organization to host an Etiquette Dinner/Luncheon or Networking Event, or a combination of both!
More About Networking Presentations
Networking for Success is designed to help professionals at all levels develop effective networking techniques. Participants learn proven successful networking strategies and if circumstances allow, can apply them in a casual, interactive environment. This 60–90 minute presentation is held on-site or at a local venue and tailored to meet the group’s needs. Often, appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages are included in the event, provided by the host. This presentation is ideal for both those new to networking and those looking to refine their skills.
Topics Covered
- The Importance of Preparation
- Handling of Food and Drink
- Name Tag Placement
- Introducing Self and Others
- Conversation Tips
- Exiting with Ease
- Understanding Cultural Differences
- Business Card Savvy
- Notes of Appreciation & Follow-up
Why Choose Us?
Expertise and Experience:
Meg Langland, Owner of Greater Visions Consulting, became a Certified Etiquette Consultant through The Etiquette Institute (https://www.theetiquetteinstitute.com/) in April of 2013. Eleven years later, in April of 2024, Meg voluntarily attended a full Etiquette Institute certification training to update her knowledge and skills. With over a decade of experience in etiquette training, Greater Visions is dedicated to helping individuals gain valuable knowledge and confidence to enhance their networking and interpersonal social skills.
Personalized Approach:
We tailor our presentations to meet the specific needs and goals of your organization, ensuring a relevant and engaging experience for all participants. We can also provide one-on-one consulting for those who could benefit from, or prefer, a more personalized approach. Regarding appetizer planning, we are available to work with your caterer to provide a satisfying networking experience for your group.
Proven Success:
Our networking presentations have helped numerous professionals, as well as other adults, improve their networking and conversational skills, leading to better customer relations, career opportunities, and interpersonal success. Participants from several Networking events have consistently rated their experience above the 90th percentile in areas of helpfulness, knowledge on the part of the presenter, and the overall event.
