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Keynote Presentations & Training Seminars

All presentations are image related, updated constantly, range from keynote presentations to half and full day seminars and are tailored to meet the specific needs of the client. Presentations are energised by the use of audience participation and a range of exciting visual aides including power point programs. (Data projector provided by TAIC)

Presentations Include:

	The Power of Image
	From Campus to Corporate: professional readiness for new graduates
	Winning In A Competitive World
	No Funny Faxes Please (Professional Etiquette)
	Personal Power — How To Get It, Use It and Gift It To Others
	The Language Of Success

For enquiries, bookings and cost details contact: TAIC Head Office.

There are no second chances in our fiercely competitive world, a poor first impression can ruin your chances of success before you have even opened your mouth and etiquette faux pars can leave even the most talented individual out in the cold.

This seminar is designed to ensure that all participants receive the skills and knowledge necessary to ensure that their personal or professional image does not undermine the effectiveness of their commercial efforts. Subjects covered in this training seminar include:

• Why Image Matters
• Sell Yourself First
• Perceived Image Verses Received Image
• The Dynamics of The Human Form
• The Art Of Impression Management
• Mastering Professional Dress Codes
• The Role Of Fashion In A Business Wardrobe
• The Psychology of Colour (Turning On The Brain)
• How To Support Your Image
• Body Language
• Professional Etiquette
• Grooming Skills
• Tiny Turnoffs That Leave lasting Impressions
• Managing Your Wardrobe Dollars To Ensure Value and Quality
• Shopping Strategies and Personal Dressing Systems

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Competition keeps us all on our toes and has a positive effect on the marketplace, it constantly compares one product to another in price, quality and value. Our products and services must therefore always be evolving if we are to stay ahead of our competitors. However, those who have the job of marketing or selling the products must know how to quickly and effectively market themselves first, in order to gain the trust and attention of those to whom they are trying to make a sale.

This seminar is designed to instruct participants how to: Excel in the art of self-promotion, how to have power and confidence when dealing with people, and what are the communication keys that inspire others to listen, believe and take action, you will learn:

• How To Excel At The Art Of Self-Promotion
• How To Have Power and Confidence When Dealing With People
• The Words That Captivates Attention
• The 8 Keys To Making A Great Presentation
• How To Speak With Confidence and Authority
• How To See Yourself As Others See You
• How To Connect With People In Less Than 90 Secs
• How To Ask For Something and Get it
• How Personal Image Impacts On Success
• How To Master A Great 1st Impression
• How To Determine The Right Image For your Workplace
• How To Shine At Meetings, Interviews and Social Occasions
• The Golden and Global Rules Of Business and Social Etiquette

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In today’s multicultural and global business environment, knowing a lot about your area of expertise is not enough. The ability to get along with others, demonstrate good manners, and make others feel comfortable is becoming increasingly important to career success. Without these skills, you not only risk losing customers but also the support of colleagues and associates.

From appropriate dress, introductions and gender issues, to mobile phones and email etiquette, this seminars covers information to avoid social blunders and ensure participants know how to handle themselves properly in any business situation. Subjects covered in this training seminar include:

• The Golden and Global Rules Of Business Etiquette
• Introductions
• Handshakes
• Eye Contact
• Seating Arrangements
• Dinning
• Office Protocol
• Executive Communications
• Email /Voice Mail
• Telephones and Mobile Phones
• Meeting Protocol
• Gender Issues
• Personal Space
• Travel
• Gift Giving
• Tricky Relationships
• Hosting Functions
• Appropriate Business Dress

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Personal Power is the ability to hold your own in any situation. To feel free to express yourself and your ideas. To be able get through to people and to break down any emotional and mental barriers that block communication without impeding the rights of others.

Personal Power— How To Get It, Use It and Gift It To Others, is a seminar created to empower participants with an increased level of self-confidence, communication and assertiveness skills. This seminar is designed to equip attendees with the skills to take affirmative action in any situation. Subjects covered in this training seminar include:

• Personal Power, What Is It, Who Has It and Who Doesn’t
• Why Is It So Hard To Get People’s Attention?
• Setting Priorities and Boundaries
• Vocal Power
• Mental Power
• The Link Between The Body, Our Words and Our Thoughts
• Power Smiles and Touch
• Dealing With Conflict
• Seeing Your Words and Actions As Seen By Others
• Getting In Touch With People
• Speaking Up
• The Power In Your Words (When, Where, How and Why Did You Say It)
• Listening Skills
• Blowing Your Own Horn
• Conversation Skills
• Working Effectively with Personality Diversity

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If you can get the message across clearly and quickly and use words and grammar that empower your message, you’re almost home.

Poor language skills undermines credibility and sabotages success. This seminar provides a sound understanding of why our words are sometimes misconstrued and how weak language and grammar ruins our credibility and robs us of opportunities. Some of the topics covered are: The power in your voice, how to identify and correct weaknesses within communication styles, how to build a ‘power’ vocabulary and the link between the voice and body in communication. Subjects covered in this training seminar include:

• The Power In Your Voice
• Words That Build A Powerful Vocabulary
• Eradicating The Grammar of Weakness
• Magic Metaphors
• How To Speak With Confidence and Authority
• How To Hear Yourself As Others Hear You
• How To Connect With People In Less Than 90 Secs
• The Passive Voice Of Power
• Words That Weaken Your Message
• The Link Between Vocal Power and Physical Assertiveness
• How To Expand Your Vocal Self-Confidence
• How To Gain Power Through Reading
• Listening Skills That Prevent Problems
• How To Give Perfect Presentations Effortlessly
• How To Summon and Focus Your Energy
• How You’re Seen Before Your Heard
• How To Give and Receive Criticism

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