Career Transition: Etiquette tips that will land you that new job

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In a shrinking workforce, a fundamental knowledge of social skills may prove to be the tipping point that will enable you to land that new job.

A well-honed resume can qualify you for an interview, but it’s the first impression you make that determines your chances of moving on to the second interview, at which point you may be taken to lunch or dinner to test your dining skills, table manners and small talk. It’s important to show your prospective employer that you possess the appropriate social skills not only to entertain their clients in a way that will reflect favourably on their Company, but also to work productively and harmoniously with people at all levels.

Job skills and technical knowledge account for 15% of the reason you get a job, keep a job and advance in a job. 85% of your job success is connected to your people skills. People skills can be learned.

We can teach you how to make an unforgettable first impression and the all-important people skills that will convince your prospective employer that you’re the person he/she has been looking for.

One-on-one sessions are available.

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    • About Shelagh Aizlewood

      Born and raised in England, Shelagh has worked and lived in the EU and Canada and brings a wealth of background experience to the fields of protocol, etiquette, communications and image. She received her formal training in the UK and at The Protocol School of Washington,USA. Her straightforward, friendly and upbeat approach to training produces consistently positive results, reinforced by her popular follow-up policy.

      Clients include private clubs, hotels, banks, large and small businesses, retail stores, call centres, universities, private and public schools, airlines and medical and dental offices. Along with her associate, John Robertson, Shelagh has run the etiquette programs for the Granite Club, Toronto, since 2003.

      She is a freelance writer and columnist.

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