The Young Diplomats Etiquette and Leadership Seminar

5830 N. Post Road,Indianapolis IN 46216

11 December, 2021

Description

The Young Diplomats seminar is designed to enlighten and educate on the topics of manners and rules of etiquette for ages 8 - 13. The Etiquette and Leadership Institute of Indiana (ELII) announces its Young Diplomats (YD) (ages 8 - 13) Etiquette Seminar is coming to the Historic Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park INN on December 11th and 12th, 2021. This etiquette seminar is designed for young girls and boys who will learn the how to navigates in awaked social scenarios, learn the fundamentals of both dining and social etiquette, including but not limited to basic ABCs of table manners, making an powerful introduction (using the eight ingredients of an introduction), writing a thank you letter and understanding the meaning of power words, setting the table (formal dining meal) and art of communications by demonstrating their speaking skills and much more. ELII's primary safety concern is to adhere to COVID-19 restrictions, practice safe distance, and wear a mask while in class. The YD seminar is limited to 12 students. For questions, please visit https://www.eliindiana.com or call 888-354-4639. The cost of the Young Diplomats seminar is $125.00 for the two-day Seminar (all-inclusive; material, four-course meal, and completion certificate). The foundation of good manners is integral to developing good leadership skills in young people, not only for today but also for the future. Therefore, etiquette is an essential life skill for all ages. Agenda: Day one: 1:30 – 1:45 – Welcome Introduction of each student1:45 – 2:00: Definitions of Manners: History Why manners exist – the value How to apply your manners in all situationsManners and the impact within your circle 2:00 – 2:20: 8 Ingredients of an Introduction Attitude Stand for all introductionsPostureSmileEye contact (safe zone)Leadership voiceIntroductionShaking hands (correct and incorrect)2:20 – 2:35: Perception Management Seeing what others see and you don't2:35 – 3:00: Art of Communication Presentation of 2 min conversation...Who am I? ...What are my goals, and why? ...Who is my role model, and why? Feedback of presentation 3:00 – 3:15: Grooming tips for teenagers What message does Grooming sends?Grooming tips (general) 3:15 – 3:40: Return on Investment (ROIs) of a Teenagers Life Cycle Understanding the impact of Risk Management on our choices 3:40 – 4:15: Leadership for tomorrow's leaders Leadership from withinDecreasing the negative influence within your circle Learning the S.M.A.RT Goal setting process 4:15 – 4:30: Summary and closing of day 1 Day 2: 1:30 – 2:00: Building your brand - Self-investing Strategy 2:00 – 2:20: Keeping it Real (Manners vs. being fake) 2:20 – 2:45: Choosing Civility – What to do when people are rude 2:45 – 2:50: Break – transition to dining etiquette session (Dine like a Diplomat) 3:00 – 4:30: Dine like a Diplomat (Four-course meal) Session 1: Initial – Introductions of dining etiquette Understanding and reading the menu Taking your seat – pulling the chair How to hold your utensils (use a pencil) How to control your glassPassing items Generating small conversation How to hide your trash What not to put on the table Napkin etiquette Duties of the waitstaff Who gets served first Session 2: First-course - Soup How to use your spoon How to eat bread Session 3: Second-course – Salad How to use your fork and knifeHow to cut your salad Session 4:Third-course – Entrée (main dish) How to cut your meat Sorbet – usage Session 5: Fourth-course – Dessert Finger bowlFinger towel Session 6: Tipping Reason for tipping ...Waitstaff Percentage based on location: ...15% ...20%...30% Session 7: Saying Thank you: Write a thank-you note Showing Gratitude For questions, please contact ELII at 888-354-4639 or email [email protected] The Etiquette and Leadership Institute of Indiana (ELII) was established in March 2008 with the goal of educating young people in the areas of manners, civility, rules of etiquette and building a foundation of social skills to instill kindness and respect for others.  We work with ages 5-7 (Little Ambassadors); 8-13 (Young Diplomats); and 14-18 (Young Professionals). ELII collaborates with nonprofits, after-school programs, churches, elementary, middle and high schools.  In additions to providing individual coaching services. We are especially proud to be associate with the Etiquette and Leadership Institute in Athens, Georgia and the Protocol School of Washington, DC (PSOW).  Our curriculum is taught around the world by numerous etiquette consultants, providing a foundation for manners and understanding the rules of etiquette.