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As business professionals you must be armed with essential knowledge of the basic types of wine and related terminology. You’ll hear the word “varietal.” A wine varietal is the type of grape from which the wine is made. A varietal must be made of at least 51% to 75% of ...

What are my duties as the guest?  No worries!! This is wonderful news! Think of your business lunch or dinner as an opportunity to have an enjoyable interaction with management, outside of the office. This dinner can be a great way to enhance both your career and social life. Below ...

Let’s face it. Some foods are just difficult to eat. Your career and personal life may call for you to dine with management, vendors, guests, family, people in your own community, and possibly even with global visitors. The food served at both business and social occasions may not be food ...

  Your career and social life call for you to dine both formally and informally. In either situation, a socially skilled professional is able to present a warm, meaningful, and brief toast. Toasting has evolved into a wonderful way to warmly greet your guests and clients, present your congratulations to ...

What are my duties as a host?? As the host, you will arrive early and be ready to receive your guest (or guests). After that, your most important duty is to see that your guest is comfortable. You may want to ask your client for his or her food preferences ...

 Sparkling body language that communicates authenticity is made of more than good posture and a smile. Your words, tone of voice, and body language must be in sync for your public to have confidence in you. These three elements, mixed together determine how well your listener will like you! You ...

—-Be Aware of International Differences—- When receiving international visitors, avoid the “OK” sign. The okay sign may signal an unspecified obscenity in Russia, Germany, Brazil, Greece, and Turkey. In France and Belgium, it means that you have no value. Also avoid the “thumbs up” sign. This is an offensive and ...

As a professional, you must represent yourself and your brand with dignity and class. Your card is an extension of you, and you are an extension of a respected brand. Your business cards must be immaculately clean, and all information needs to be up-to-date. Keep your cards where they are readily ...

It is unfortunate; but, at some point in your career, you may lose a member of your team or someone close to your team. You may lose a friend or a family member. You may be called upon to represent your organization, brand, or family, at a funeral. This is ...

INTERNATIONAL BODY LANGUAGE Hospitality management professionals are in a unique position to develop culturally correct strategies that will support their brand’s international business plan. Nothing builds both teamwork and business better than leading the way! While you would never give a second thought to crossing your legs in North America, ...