Oh, the Places You'll Go!

Etiquette is not just for 5th graders anymore...

Take Dr. Seuss's advice and join us!

Training Dates: June 20-24, 2016

The investment is five days of training and $5,800.00 (U.S.D.), effectively through 2016. Prior to March 1st, there is a 15% reduction in tuition bringing the enrollment tuition to $4930.00 (U.S.D.)

For more information and to register, please contact: 

April McLean

etiquetteleaadership.com

706.207.6286

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These are just a few of the topics included during the 5 days of training:

• Dining Etiquette
• Business Etiquette
• Children's Etiquette
• Meetings and conferences
• Titles and forms of address
• Image and attire
• Presentation skills
• Networking
• Administrative tools (invitations, menu cards, place cards, etc.)
• Etiquette in public places
• Writing thank you notes
• Customer service
• Flags and logos
• And so much more!

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Oh, the Places You'll Go!

Join us in providing leadership development one person at a time. Manners will take you around the world!

Remember, Read Across America Day is on Dr. Seuss's Birthday,

March 2, 2016

Manners on the Go

We recently had the incredible opportunity to visit New York for Debra's birthday. We spent plenty of time in an airport and on the plane, fine dining restaurants, and buses. We had a blast, so we brought a little bit of New York back to Athens.

We would love to share our new ideas and memories with you at training in June.

Training Dates: June 20-24, 2016

The investment is five days of training and $5,800.00 (U.S.D.), effective through 2016. Prior to March 1st, there is a 15% reduction in tuition bringing the enrollment tuition to $4930.00 (U.S.D.)

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Travel Etiquette

While you are travelling, you are constantly surrounded by people. It is important to consider this to make everyone's experience a pleasant one and to put your best foot forward. Here are some etiquette pointers to me mindful of:

Plane Etiquette:

• Have your ID and boarding pass readily accessible
• Take your seat as quickly as possible
• Be patient when deplaning

Fine Dining Etiquette:

• Check your coat
• Allow host to direct you to your seat
• Place your napkin in your lap
• Wait for everyone to be served before eating
• When deciding what utensils to use start from the outside and work your way inward
• Dessert utensils are located above the dinner plate
• Bread, butter, and salt and pepper are passed to the right
• Eat from the left (bread and salad) and drink from the right
• There are two types of dining, American and Continental dining, and both are acceptable

Bus Etiquette

• Step aside before boarding to allow exiting passengers to depart
• Fill from the back to the front
• Give up your seat to an elderly person, pregnant women, and someone who is disabled

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History of the Coat Check

The concept of the coat check was initiated by Albert Behar in the New York area shortly after the Great Depression. Mr. Behar noticed that customers put their coats on the back of their chairs and offered to store the coats for customers in a small room adjoining the restaurant.

About ELI

Trained and certified consultants use our programs with proven effectiveness in all fifty states and in seventeen foreign countries. Based on universally accepted etiquette, free of provincial idiosyncrasies and regional variations, our program is current, relevant and upholds the universal tradition of good manners. The agenda, originally developed in Washington, D. C. is comprised of streamlined easy-to-learn content. Our curriculum works equally well in formal and casual environments, and in urban, suburban and rural communities. The curriculum is flexible and effective whether you teach in your home, local school, recreation centers, or office. As a matter of fact, the applications for using our curriculum in your community are endless!

Have the Loveliest Valentine's Day Party Manners

Valentine's Day party plans? We have you covered! Good party etiquette is a must to be a standout guest. Aside, from your day to day table manners, you will also need to bring your best conversation for a guaranteed good time! To the right you will find ten of the most helpful party etiquette tips for this special day. Of course, all of these tips can be used at any and every party you attend. You are the leader in your own party guest etiquette!

So, now that you know just how to put your best foot forward during the party, what's next? Thank you notes are always a great way to show hosts just how grateful you are for opening their home to you. Send a handwritten note to them within 24 hours of the party and you will definitely be the standout guest you set out to be!

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Have you signed up for our June training?

June 20 - 24, 2016

Don't wait any longer - sign up to train to be a Children's Etiquette Consultant in Athens, GA

June Training Recap: Thursday, Is That A Fork or A Foxtrot?

Training isn't just all work and no fun - we like to keep you guessing with every step! How do we do that you may ask?

We literally have you guess...guess utensils that is! During training, in order to help our consultants learn as many details as possible we utilize memorable games that test our consultants while also helping them learn and have a good laugh.

One of those games is Name that Utensil and this June, our consultants had a blast looking through the different type of cutlery and serving items that could be used at a dinner party and guessing their purposes.

Throughout the week we also teach the consultants the basic steps to a few social dances. Thursday night is their opportunity to dance with a partner and show off their new skill.

These consultants moved flawlessly through the steps and gave our Perfectly Polished High School and College Staff members a run for their money in the dancing department.

Fun, new adventures are abundant at ELI training - all you have to do is sign up!

June Training Recap: Wednesday, The Hero of First Impressions

During ELI training, we don't expect you to just sit on the side lines while April and Debra delve into the inner workings of the children's etiquette business,

we want you to get in on the action as well!

During your training week, field trips won't just be about observation and taking notes! You will have the opportunity to work with students and participate in the activities that you will use in your own classroom after receiving your certification.

This June, our consultants interacted with the UGA Visitor Center Staff and became the First Impression Superheroes!

 

 

Let us help you tap into your own personal superpowers! Sign up for our September training today!

June Training Recap: Tuesday, Field Trips with World Class Teachers

With ELI, you get nothing but the best in terms of your instruction and learning! Not only are Debra and April there all week to guide you through all the lessons effortlessly but also, Deputy Director of the Protocol School of Washington, Robert Hickey, comes in during the week too!

Robert will breakdown step by step how you can build a solid foundation for your etiquette business! From business cards to branding and logos - he covers it all and gives you an opportunity to ask any questions so you have all the tools you need to create a successful business!

Then later in the day you get to watch Debra and April in action as they teach college students dining and proper attire! This year, we had the opportunity to work with the UGA summer freshman athletes! Seeing the lessons you learn in action can help you visualize how much good you can do with your etiquette consulting certification! 

Did we mention that you get a gift on this day too? Want to know what it is?

You'll have to sign up for our September training to find out!

June Training Recap: Monday, Meet Your New Network

Who doesn't like meeting new friends?

Your first day at training is very similar to the first day at a new school except better because you want to be there, there are no cliques to conquer, and your lunch doesn't involve fish sticks in an overcrowded cafeteria! You're getting your new books, meeting your teachers, and getting acquainted with the basics you'll need in your tool box to be successful in your courses.

So who are your classmates exactly? Well, they are innovators, trailblazers, and world-changers just like you ready to learn a wealth of knowledge from the Children's Etiquette experts! You will grow with them over the week to learn how you can take your goals to the next level and put them into action.

And the best part is, after you meet your new network - you eat with them! During this six-course dining tutorial you will weave in and out of different foods while learning the tips and tricks of being a good dinner partner.

This is the first day of school revamped just for you!