Protocol Advisors, Inc.

Protocol Advisors, Inc. provides customized training in etiquette and international protocol to Fortune 500 companies, leading organizations in the financial services, information technology, management consulting and accounting industries, academic institutions, museums and private organizations. Nationally recognized for its highest quality training in Business and Social Etiquette, and International Protocol.

Training is conducted for executives and executive staff, sales and marketing professionals, transferees, and undergraduate and graduate school students.

Turn the cell phone off - completely - during a luncheon meeting, social function, or on public transportation.



Hold the door - whether male or female, hold open a door you have just passed through for the person behind you.



Bring a gift for the hostess - preferably one that does not require her to drop everything she is doing.



Keep to the right - on the sidewalk, in stairwells.



Say please and thank you - to waiters, flight attendants, store clerks, cab drivers - the little things go a long way.



Circulate at a party or social gathering - whether hostess or guest, the people, not the food or drink, should be your main focus.



Keep food or drink, briefcases or files in your left hand - keep your right hand free for handshakes.



Stamp and address thank you notes in advance - when you know they will be needed, then fill them out and drop them in the mail after attending an event or receiving a gift or favor and you will be done.



Make eye contact and offer a warm smile - in every situation, this sets people at ease.