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Shall we dress down "Protocol" for a dressed down society?

A Point of Protocol:


“Protocol is everything.” Francois Giuliani 

Protocol, an established code of behavior, is silent but steeped in tradition and required courtesies. A breach in protocol often goes unspoken but has ruined many promising relationships. Today’s “business casual” mindset underestimates the role of protocol in business interactions and negotiations. As the marketplace becomes more culturally intertwined, social intelligence and professionalism has become increasingly important. 

Protocol and etiquette training provide the knowledge necessary to navigate with confidence and control in any business or social setting. 

Protocol...knowing right and doing it!

I am Pamela Coopwood,and I am Speaking of Protocol.

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Location: Fredericksburg, VA, USA

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