Executive Finishing School ™

Gloria Starr, the leading expert in Impression Management, Business and Dining Etiquette and Communication Skills since 1983 welcomes company executives to participate in this exclusive Finishing School created for the leaders of today.

Designed as the elite program for presenting yourself and your ideas with power, confidence and credibility, Ms. Starr works with accomplished business executives (male and female) and up and coming professionals. Ms. Starr was selected as the training partner for the Pentagon for her Finishing Schools for adults.

Armed with these winning strategies, graduates of the Global Success Strategies, Inc. Finishing School will gain the knowledge to consistently present themselves at their best and leverage their success.

Gain the advantage over the competition. The Executive Finishing School adds the essential polish to accomplished business professionals (and those who aspire to be.)

The Executive Finishing School SM is conducted at elite hotels in major cities across North America, the Middle East, Europe and Asia. The three day event is hosted and sponsored by companies to position their key people in mastering their personal presentation and powerful communication skills.

The program may be booked by an individual wishing to achieve the competitive edge. This is also an excellent program for the spouse or partner of an executive.

This program is also available in Spanish. Click here for the Spanish version of the Executive Finishing School SM.

Key Training Components of the Executive Finishing School SM

First Impressions-Lasting Impressions
In the first thirty seconds people make judgments about us on a subconscious level, based on what they see, hear and sense. From business casual to the ultimate power look, tailor your presentation for success in today's workplace. Learn to Project More Power, Confidence and Credibility!

The Six P's of Personal Marketing

Persona
Packaging
Positioning
Presentation
Promotion
Passion

Business Attire: The Right Statement Every Time
"What you wear speaks so loudly, I cannot hear what you say."
The Corporate, Communicator and Creative Career Profiles
Appropriate Office Attire
The Psychological Effect of Color
Attention to Detail
Authority Dressing Guidelines
The Ten Most Fatal Business Faux Pas

Five Rules of Personal Marketing

Exude Confidence
Create a Powerful Aura
The Art and Science of Impression Management
Powerful Introductions
Create a Powerful Verbal Business Introduction Card
Develop a Prosperity Consciousness

Presence is Power
Visual persuasion: be the celebrity spokesperson that gets attention in the first five minutes.

The Charisma Factor
Powerful techniques to harness the emotional energy of others and inspire, persuade, and guide people with ease and striking results.

Communication Styles
Identify your communication style. Reduce barriers, anticipate and minimize potential conflict with others. Increase your appreciation of different communication styles.

The Art of Instant Rapport
Chemistry, confidence and charisma are the characteristics shared by winners. Master the art of instant rapport and forge a bond with anyone, anywhere, anytime.

Presentation Skills
Posturing and congruency between body language and the spoken word.

Boardroom Etiquette
Many unspoken rules apply in the boardroom. Learn the rules and master the game.

Savvy Networking
Learn to build bridges, bonds and relationships.

The Art of Conversation
Formal communication: writing, public speaking and media appearances. Informal communications: meetings, phone calls and follow up notes. Introductions: conversational content, active listening skills, small talk and opening lines.

The Etiquette of Good Business
Solid business relationships include mastering the art of etiquette and the social graces.

The Art of Introductions
Powerful Body Language
Business Etiquette and the Social Graces
Presence, Poise and Positioning
Small Talk for Smart, Savvy People
Executive Communications
Corporate Gift Giving
Saying "Thank you" with Style
Network Your Way to Business Success
Electronic Protocol and Courtesies
Going Global - Sensibilities and Customs

Dining With Style and Grace
Business relationships are developed and strengthened in social situations. Mastering the art of fine dining adds to the competitive edge in today's social and business climate. The host and the guest each have a responsibility to ensure the overall success of the event.

The Tools of the Table are the Tools of Business
Dine Like a Diplomat with a Continental Flair
The Art of Entertaining and Being Entertained
Small Talk - Table Talk
Duties and Responsibilities of the Host and the Guest
Posture and Poise at the Table
The ABC's of Eating and Drinking
Wine Selection
Entertaining at Private Clubs

Media Savvy
Discover the inside track to media recognition and learn the techniques to embellish and sharpen your business presentation. Successful people in business know the value of positive press coverage. Master the key components of a successful interview with the knowledge that will distinguish you from the competition.

Seize the moment to create exposure
Airtime is money, keep it brief and powerful
Refine your message to suit your audience

Discover a wealth of knowledge on working with the media that will positively affect your performance and showcase you and your company effectively!

Ethnic Differences
It's a global economy and you will have the competitive edge when interacting with others of different cultures.

The Executive Finishing School ™ is highly interactive and includes:

DiSC communication assessment tool
Personalized communication style computer printout
Neuro-linguistic programming techniques
People reading charts
Leadership Profile
Key strategies of success
Tutorial luncheon-power breakfast
Cocktail event/networking
Formal dining event
Extensive personalized coaching
Image evaluation
Visual transformation

Complete client list for Global Success Strategies, Inc.

The Executive Finishing School TM is available in formats from one to five days. Investment ranges from $5000. to $25,000. US. plus travel related expenses.

Executives from the following companies have participated in this program: Rinker, Florida Power & Light, Procter & Gamble, Seagate Technology, Hunt Oil, Hunt Refining, American Consulate General-Hong Kong office and Total Upstream - Nigeria.

Global Success Strategies Inc. is strategically located to serve clients worldwide. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can add value to you and your business.

The Executive Finishing School TM was recently featured in the Stratos magazine (the in-flight magazine for the private jet industry.)

Call to make arrangements to include
The Executive Finishing School ™
in your corporate training program.
704-596-9866

Serving clients in Anchorage, Atlanta, Athens, Birmingham, Boca Raton, Boston, Charleston, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Hawaii, Houston, Idaho, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Las Vegas, Little Rock, Los Angeles, Madison, Miami, Montreal, New Mexico, New York, Orlando, Ottawa, Palm Beach, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Raleigh Durham, Rhode Island, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, Tampa, Tulsa, Washington DC and the global marketplaces in Hong Kong, Mexico, Dubai, Norway, Singapore, Italy, Spain, Canada, South Africa, Iceland, Mexico and the Caribbean.

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Phone: 704-596-9866
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The leading provider of Image, Etiquette
and Ambassador Skills programs
Established 1983