" Des convives mal placés à table perdent leur valeur comme des zéros qui, rangés côte à côte, ne seraient pas précédés d'un chiffre."
[Horace Raisson]
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French etiquette for private individuals et professionals
Enhance your professional and personal encounters in French social or business settings by mastering the "rules" of French etiquette. Invitation a Recevoir offers seminars for individuals and business professions living, working and conducting business in France.
Today, more than ever, behavior and manners count. Success equals ability to adapt in new cultural environments. Inter-cultural knowledge is essential to your successful development of business relationships as well as easing your transition to living in France.
« The Art of Elegant Hosting »
Knowing the rules of common courtesy and propriety guarantees you the ability to be at ease in every social setting.
« The Art of choosing the right setting »
Receiving guests for a brunch, lunch, cocktail dinner, or buffet requires organization.
With a few basic rules and simple ideas, your appetizer, lunch or cocktail party will be sure to be a very pleasant occasion.
In a professional context "how" something is said can be more important than "what" exactly is said. Vital business decisions can be influences by the smallest of cultural nuances the application of proper etiquette distinguishes the individual and always leads to a positive impression and thus positive business interactions.
If your professional development up until now has prevented you from direct contact with French culture, you can gain the necessary knowledge to be confident in your meetings and social encounters in France. Workshops are tailored to fit your needs and will help you master the principles of professional etiquette particular to your specific industry.

Invitation à Recevoir
Règles de politesse - étiquette à la française - French etiquette
Cours art de la table - Cours de savoir-vivre
Savoir-vivre en entreprise - Savoir-vivre professionnel