Have you…
- Had no idea what to say or do when meeting new people for work?
- Spent a business dinner worrying more about using the right utensil than the conversation?
- Walked into a business function either under or overdressed? Did you even know you were dressed incorrectly for the situation?
We’ve all experienced embarrassing gaffes in the workplace. The Educated Image workshops will provide attendees with tangible techniques to make the most of every business situation.
Space is limited, register online (links below) and avoid missing these valuable workshops.
Dress for Success
Maximize your first impression and look and feel your best. Learn how to avoid the seven image breakers and pick up tips to dress appropriately for every situation. This session is designed for men and women of all ages and will involve hands-on demos and a Q & A session (so come prepared with any questions you may have).
Date: Wednesday, November 23
Place: Lister Conference Centre – Maple Leaf Room
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Cost: $25 per person (special $10 student price, contact chloe.chalmers@ualberta.ca for information)
Register: Online or call 780-492-1835
Savvy Networking
Get ready for the holiday social scene – learn how to connect with ease in any social or business situation and put these new skills into practice at our post-lecture dessert reception.
Date: Thursday, December 1
Place: Telus Centre – Room 217/219
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 per person
Register: Online or call 780-492-1835
Dining Etiquette - October 2011
At this sold out event participants enjoyed a delicious 4 course meal at the Hotel Macdonald where they learned how to make their dining interactions polished and productive. Tips from the evening included:
- It is OK to tip your soup bowl to get out every last drop as long as you tip the bowl away from you
- Salt and pepper should always be passed together (even if someone only asks for the salt) – think of them as a married couple
- Food should be passed counterclockwise at a table
- When toasting, be sure to look a person in the eye (vs staring at your glass)
Workshop Instructors:
Joanne Blake – National speaker, trainer and image consultant, Joanne is one of only 125 Certified Image Professionals in the world; a professional designation from the Association of Image Consultants International.
Terry Pithers – A humorous, dynamic speaker and Canada's foremost trainer in business etiquette including business dining, business dress, networking and communication.
For more information or to register offline, please contact the Office of Alumni Affairs at 780-492-1835 or e-mail alumni@ualberta.ca.