The Ceremony The wedding may take place in a church, rectory, synagogue, mosque, meeting hall, hotel, country club, judge’s chambers, private home, military chapel, or on a beach. Arrive at least fifteen minutes early for the ceremony. If there is a guest book, the guest signs his or her name without ...
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Weddings are a big subject so this post is written in Part’s One and Two. A lovely traditional wedding can be a beautiful celebration set in today’s non-traditional world. Weddings may be elaborate or understated, formal or casual. Weddings come in all shapes as one size does not fit all. ...
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To make an excellent impression at your company’s holiday party there are only a handful of things you absolutely must know. Do these things and you will be perceived as well-mannered and socially-skilled. It’s that time of year again. Perhaps you’ve been invited to attend your organization’s holiday bash. You may have been invited to ...
Read More »Most Frequently Asked Business & Social Dining Questions – Part 4 of 4
Below are the business and social dining questions I have been asked most frequently by professionals in all parts of the world. Dining with of your prospective employer or potential in-laws could be daunting if you are not prepared. So look over the questions and answers below and review Parts 1, ...
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We live in a world where we are compared and judged. Business and social dining each play a role in your everyday life, whether at a networking event, a lunch meeting, or at a meal with a prospective employer. Your polished dining skills will help to create a very positive ...
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There are so many possible pitfalls when corresponding or speaking with international colleagues, guests, and customers. You might not anticipate some of the potential hazards listed below: Day, Date and Time When speaking with your global guests and clients, consider that the world has different ways to communicate concepts of ...
Read More »Hospitality Management – Business Eye Contact
Your guest is the most important person on your property. Could you be unintentionally offending him or her? Great eye contact sends a message of welcome and sincere interest. Lack of, or poor, eye contact sends the message that you have no time for, or interest in, the most important ...
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Have you given a second thought to the idea of personal space when you acknowledge a guest? Of course you remember to smile and to welcome your guest warmly. This is a great beginning to a successful interaction. Now consider completing your heartfelt welcome by being aware of special differences ...
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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 ...
Read More »Medical Tourism – Implications for the Hospitality Industry
Most of your guests choose to visit your property, fly your airline, or cruise on your ships for reasons of either business or pleasure. Some tourists may travel with you and then stay at a hotel while recovering from an elective or a complex and specialized medical procedure. This stay ...
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