Conversation skills are one of the most popular topics to teach as etiquette expert.
Parents want their children to have this as a life skill. Teachers see the need in the classroom – both virtually and in-person.
Corporations are shocked their new hires are lacking this skill.
Schools are re-opening. As an etiquette expert waiting in the wings, are you prepared? Do you know how to teach conversation skills? Do you have ideas on how to role-play this with students from preschool to high school?
Why Are Conversation Skills So Important for Etiquette Coaches to Teach?
The human connection has never been so important. We need it. Children need it. Many of us have taken it for granted.
Many schools are re-opening. Parents are looking for ways to supplement their children’s education. Yesterday, I was able to connect a parent looking for a private instruction for her seven-year-old daughter to one of our licensees.
Teachers and schools are looking for outsiders to provide content and programming either virtually or in-person.
Teaching Conversation Skills Are Important Because:
Parents want their children to learn life skills and manners to function as healthy happy adults
Children needs these skills to cultivate friendships
Children feel confident when they are able to connect and participate socially
Conversation skills allow us to self-express
We can share our sense of humor through our conversations
We make a human connection through conversation
As An Etiquette Coach Here is How You Teach Conversation Skills
Isn’t it special to have someone be fully present with you- especially with all the distractions we have today? To have a conversation with an adult or a child is something to behold these days…a conversation without interruptions or to look down at our phone.
My most popular topic when teaching business etiquette in the workplace is The Art of the Human Connection. The art of having a conversation, is a lost “art”. We are so consumed with social media that often we are so buried in it we miss out on so many opportunities. Often, it is the first request I have from a human resource director to discuss the basic skills of conversation to their team.
Take time to have conversations. Life is fuller when you have this social skill. You actually become interesting. A child learns so much about life when they hear adults engaged in a conversation.
Eye contact: This is a social skill that is so very important. By making eye contact, it shows someone that you are interested. It sends a message that you are confident. Point this out to a child. Explain why this is important. Take the opportunity to talk about confidence and how it feels. Get on their level. Literally! Get down on your knees if necessary and make eye contact with them.
Teach children to listen to others: Another important social skill is to listen. Tell them it is alright for there to be silence when having a conversation. This is the time to practice sharing-sharing the space to tell ideas and experiences.
Ask questions: By asking questions, you show others that you are interested in their experiences. Ask a child questions. Explain to them that you are having a conversation. Encourage your clients to try this around the family meal.
Phone skills: The Wall Street Journal had an article about answering the phone. Remember when we were growing up and we took messages for our parents? With smart phones, this most likely is not happening. This was a great way to teach conversation skills. It is still important for children to know how to answer a phone and converse. Practice with them during your manners class. Turn on your speaker phone so your children can hear your conversations.
Read a story. After reading a story, talk about it with your students.. Did they like the story? What was their favorite part?
Here is a FREE Guide to Help YOU Start a Business Teaching Manners to Children
If you are looking to start immediately and save money on travel and time, then this is your best option.You choose the dates of our trainings. Most choose to have their sessions once a week, others twice. This is a “live” and private training. It is NOTself-guided.
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Let me introduce you to our new etiquette expert, Kristen DeSanto. She is a go-getter and we are thrilled to have her teaching Manners To Go.
She is a mother of two boys, an entrepreneur and she has already gotten a fast start. And wow, is she creative.
Her students are going to love her.
The name of her new business is, Modernly Mannered, FUNdementals for Life. Take a look at her logo here:
Kristen created this and engaged a graphic designer to refine it even before we had completed her etiquette training.
Before her certification was complete, a plan was in place to teach. In fact, today we are talking about her options on how to market her new programs.
Her sons play LaCrosse, so naturally this is a great place for her to start. She has a strong connection to the sports community in her city.
Becoming an entrepreneur is a rewarding journey. In fact, I think once you have an entrepreneurial spirit, it never leaves you. This spirit becomes a part of your DNA.
Owning a business certainly has its challenges but the rewards are great.
With Manners To Go , you get to work with your passion everyday. Your work never feels like work. FREEDOM is one of the highlights.
If you are looking to start immediately and save money on travel and time, then this is your best option.You choose the dates of our trainings. Most choose to have their sessions once a week, others twice. This is a “live” and private training. It is NOTself-guided.
PRIVATE Training. That’s right, we meet in person, the two of us and our focus is completely on your business. Click the image above or follow the button below to learn more and to see a list of cities available for your training.
On Saturday afternoon, I had such a lovely conversation with a potential licensee.
We spoke about all the things….etiquette, her background, why manners matter, why children need them today….etc. etc. etc.
Actually, to me it was the perfect way to spend part of my Saturday.
She asked a really good question, “which training should I choose”? We offer “live” video sessions or an in-person event….one that is private and shoulder to shoulder.
And my answer to her was this: “how do you like to learn”. When you are considering any type of training, whether it is to learn a new computer skill, creative writing techniques or learning a new language, you must consider your personal preference.
My conversation with her is the inspiration for this post.
I could hear her first choice in her voice. She came alive when we started talking about the in-person/immersion option.
In my eyes, all of my licensees are special. THEY make the experience beautiful, charming, valuable, eclectic and interesting.
Keep reading if you want to discover more about our trainings and why we choose certain locations.
Etiquette Certification: Location Matters
Let me explain. I love beautiful things and experiences, and I believe location matters.
That is why, when an in-person event is scheduled, I go all in. I personally am involved with the planning.
I am proud to let you know I choose the most beautiful and special places to hold our trainings.
A bed and breakfast inn in the south was such a stylish and eclectic space and walking distance from museums and a bustling city life. I read about it on Goop.
Each afternoon, the inn sat out lovely trays of petite fours and tarts. Iced and hot tea was always available. The weather was pristine and we sat outside on the covered porch for some of our training.
Etiquette Training at The Ritz Carlton
We are so lucky to have this establishment in the US. A few weeks ago, I trained a new licensee in both our children’s and business etiquette programs. What a delight she was!
The Ritz is unparalleled in service. If you want to experience excellent customer service, then go to a Ritz Carlton…anywhere!
My favorite line is from The Ritz and they say it so well – “it’s my pleasure”.
I have used The Ritz many times when we have our trainings over afternoon tea. Their scones are the best ever and their service is like no other.
If you want to experience white glove service, then choose a city that has a The Ritz Carlton.
Etiquette Training and Certification at Tiffany’s in New York City
The most coveted reservation, Breakfast at Tiffany’s is one to cherish.
And, yes, you will want the teacup…the teapot…and the special blend of Tiffany’s tea!
This one is for the record books.
I also had lunch there and it is as charming as tea.
Etiquette Training Session at the Most Eclectic Book Store EVER
I have lost count on the number of people I have told about this location.
It is charming.
It is eclectic.
It is the most interesting place I have held an etiquette training.
This book exchange has it all. A library. A book store. A boutique. My most favorite salad. A tea salon. Multiple baristas to make anything your heart desires.
If you are looking to start immediately and save money on travel and time, then this is your best option.You choose the dates of our trainings. Most choose to have their sessions once a week, others twice. This is a “live” and private training. It is NOTself-guided.
PRIVATE Training. That’s right, we meet in person, the two of us and our focus is completely on your business. Click the image above or follow the button below to learn more and to see a list of cities available for your training.
We suggest you commit to training for the first 30 days of your certification. After this is completed, we ask you to set up on-going consultations as you need them. This allows you the time necessary take action on many of the marketing tasks suggested in the training.
2. How long is the licensing term?
The term of use is for three years. After three years, you have the choice to renew.
3. Is there a charge for the on-going support (for three years)?
Absolutely not! This is included in your fee.
If you choose our “live” video training option, we suggest you spend an entire month with us…via video, learning the materials and the process.
Most choose to have their training once a week, others want to batch it in closer increments. That is up to you.
We also offer an intensive private in-person training option. Discover all the details below about our etiquette training options.
Whatever speed you choose, video or in-person, the support is still on-going.
Starting a business is exhilarating and ambitious but there will be days when you will not have a clue what to do.
If you are looking to start immediately and save money on travel and time, then this is your best option.You choose the dates of our trainings. Most choose to have their sessions once a week, others twice. This is a “live” and private training. It is NOTself-guided.
PRIVATE Training. That’s right, we meet in person, the two of us and our focus is completely on your business. Click the image above or follow the button below to learn more and to see a list of cities available for your training.
Stay with me here. Today’s post is more of a technical one and it is important.
I am addressing what is means to be licensed and certified.
As a Manners To Go licensee, you have been granted legal permission by our company use our curriculum. You have our permission to use our copyrighted materials and artwork during our licensing period. Don’t worry, it can be renewed (if you choose) for nominal fee for another three years.
We (Manners To Go and The American Academy of Etiquette) officially train you to teach the subject matter.
When you are certified, you can now let others know you have met certain standards and are qualified to teach the subject matter.
A certification of any kind is the process of someone or an institution attesting to a status or a level of achievement.
On-going support is ALWAYS available to you during your three-year license.
And here is the problem….if you don’t become certified
You will risk the chance to be credible in your field
Your reputation is at risk by not becoming certified. You may not appear to be as professional as you could be
You simply don’t have any idea on how to get started writing an entire curriculum for children and teenagers
How do you know if what you plan to teach is correct? Can you believe everything you read online or in videos?
Here is a FREE Guide to Help YOU Start a Business Teaching Manners to Children
If you are looking to start immediately and save money on travel and time, then this is your best option.You choose the dates of our trainings. Most choose to have their sessions once a week, others twice. This is a “live” and private training. It is NOTself-guided.
PRIVATE Training. That’s right, we meet in person, the two of us and our focus is completely on your business. Click the image above or follow the button below to learn more and to see a list of cities available for your training.
Start Teaching Manners to Children: Get off the Sidelines and Create Your Business
Before starting Manners To Go, I would watch others start their business.They had drive and ambition… they wanted something to call their own.
I watched from the sidelines.
I played small while others played big. I know many of us feel this way.So many of us stand on the sidelines watching others go for their dreams and start amazing things.
Finally, one day I took the leap.I started Manners To Go while I was still working at my corporate job.Yes, I was one of those….juggling two things at once.
Part of me thought is was ridiculous and impossible.At the time, I was working for Levi Strauss & Company and living in Dallas. I remember driving home one evening on the North Dallas Tollway doubting and questioning my endeavors.
Could I really pull this off? Could I make this work? Could I make it as a business owner?
I did.
And I have never looked back.
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Here Are Your Next Steps
Most likely, you will want to get to know us.Feel free to call or email us.Click on the links below.We are happy to discuss the details with you.
Option #1:“Live” Video Training: If you are looking to start immediately and save money on travel and time, then this is your best option.You choose the dates of our trainings. Most choose to have their sessions once a week, others twice. This is a “live” and private training. It is NOT self-guided.
Option #2:2-Day In-Person PRIVATE Training. That’s right, we meet in person, the two of us and our focus is completely on your business. Head over to our website or click the image below to learn more and to see a list of cities available for your training.
Receive the curriculum and book your training dates. Upon payment, you receive the curriculum. Next, we will send an email asking you to schedule your first training date.
Lisa Richey provides etiquette programs to businesses, schools, and individuals.
