Social Etiquette & Manners
Knowledge of social manners provides the skills needed to feel confident in social settings. Topics include:

• Eye contact
• Greetings
• Introductions (introducing one self and others)
• Common courtesies
• Being a good guest, and being a good host
• Shaking hands

Communication Skills
Communication skills are important for building self esteem, and leadership ability. Topics include:

• Conversation skills
• Listening, verbal and nonverbal communication
• Talking on the telephone
• Giving and receiving compliments

Dining Etiquette
Dining skills at home, and on the job are important. Topics include:

• Setting the table
• Behavior at the table
• How to enter and exit the table
• Eating various foods (including difficult foods)
• Choosing the correct silverware
• Manners at mealtime

Interviewing Skills
Proper interviewing skills can give your child the extra edge needed to gain admission to academic programs, or secure a job in the workplace. Topics include:

• Preparing for the interview
• Dressing for success
• Asking/answering questions
• Posture
• After the interview
• Follow up