BUSINESS OF DINING

When and how should I place my napkin in my lap? What is the best way to butter bread? Where do I place my knife while eating? Whether a prospective employer is taking you to lunch or you're trying to win the big contract, your table manners can make or break the deal. The Business of Dining Tutorial Meal will show you what to do and when to do it during your next dining experience.

This session was designed to take place during a meal for application purposes. Our trainer will present between courses and answer questions as they come. 

This session includes:

• How to navigate the table setting
• Proper use of the napkin
• Using flatware and utensils
• Soup, salad, entree, and desert etiquette
• Home and restaurant etiquette
• What to do with difficult foods
• Conversation—Do’s and don’ts
• What to do when the meal is done
• Etiquette for social events
• Preplanning for the business meal
• Host and guest etiquette responsibilities
• Seating arrangements for maximum benefit
• Best meal for limited time
• Best meal for relationship building or pure business