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http://www.vampcreations.com.au Executive Coaching Personalised Executive Coaching that makes a difference in your career. Often executives need an objective, neutral sounding board to discuss challenges, opportunities, goals and their perspective. The role of the executive leader in business organizations has changed over the last ten years and they face many challenges in today’s business environment.  Executives need to be savvy not only about strategic and financial issues of the business, but they also need to know and understand their professional presence and communication skills. Our one-on-one coaching allow executive to step away from your day-to-day routine and effectively strategise on how they can reach beyond their current limits.    Our coaching has a proven approach for advancing achievement. Using face-to-face meetings, behavioural assessment tools, e-mail and telephone reinforcement to give individuals a clear perspective of where their talents lay and how to play to their strengths. Our approach is a collaborative relationship between coach and client. Results are obtained through a process of discovery, goal setting and strategic action. Areas of focus include Professional presence Visual transformation Communication skills Relationships  Leadership

Program Features We will provide you with personalised, consistently focused coaching to help you live your goals.  Since our one-on-one coaching service is customized for each client, below are sample topics we can cover.  However, your coaching will not be limited to these categories when other needs are identified. With this in mind, the following topics can be part of your one-on-one coaching session.

Executive Etiquette   Communication Style and Skills Dining Etiquette as A Business Tool Networking - The Secrets to Making Positive Connections    Dressing for Success Creating your “Professional Presence” Improving Your Listening Skills Personal Presentation Style http://www.vampcreations.com.au

How To Hold A Wine Glass Properly

By: Susie Wilson 

Knowing how to hold a wine glass properly will not only help improve your image with the wine crowd, but can also help you enjoy your wine. While these rules can seem pretentious at first, most of them have their origin in plain common sense. There are a lot of etiquette rules attached to wine and wine glasses, but there are only a few basic things you need to know to appear polished and informed.

1. Pinch the wine glass stem. Grasp the stem of the wine glass between your index finger and your thumb, allowing the rest of your fingers to lay comfortably alongside the stem. This will allow you to get a good grip on the stem. If this feels wobbly, practice until you can hold and sip without fear. This is another reason that the wine glass should never be more than one-third of the way filled.
2. Avoid holding the bowl. The reason for holding the wine glass by the stem is to avoid your hand coming in contact with the wine glass bowl. One reason for this is that touching the bowl leaves fingerprints on the glass, distorting the colour of the wine. The temperature of your hand will also warm up the temperature of a chilled wine or champagne, leaving you with a warm, unpleasant drink.
   
3. The red wine debate. Some people argue that it's fine to hold red wine by the bowl of the glass because it is not typically served chilled. Others argue that there is never a correct time to hold a wine glass by the bowl. Hedge your bets by holding it by the top of the stem and letting just the side of your hand come in contact with the bowl of the glass.

How To Write A Business Thank You Letter

By: Susie Wilson

Learn how to write a business thank you letter to show your appreciation to new customers, venders, or business associates. It an effective business tool when written sincerely. However, unlike a personal note, a business thank you letter should be more formal. Think of the image you want to project for yourself and your company before you begin.

1. Structure it as a typical business letter. It should be typed on business letterhead. The address, salutation, date and body of the letter should be lined up on the left side of the page. Do not use indentations in the paragraphs. They should also line up on the left side of the page. Each line should be single spaced with double spaces between each paragraph.
2. Address the business thank you letter to a specific person. Use an informal greeting (“Dear Joe”) if you are on familiar terms with the person.  Use their formal name and business title if you are not.
3. Address the letter to one person. If it is for a company or an organization address it to the person in charge or the group spokesperson. Name the group in the letter and ask this person to pass on your appreciation to the rest.
4. Keep the body of the business letter as brief as possible. Make it clear in the introductory that this is a thank you letter. Note a specific event or situation and you may need to remind them of who you are if they are unfamiliar with you. Use professional language with a tone of friendliness. A typed business thank you letter should not be more then one page. Use clear and concise language with short sentences and simple words.
5. Close the thank you letter with your formal name and title on the signature line. If you are familiar with the person, hand sign your first name.  If not, sign your full name.
6. Decide if it is appropriate to enclose a business card. If you are thanking a customer or prospect, it is always a good idea. If you are thanking a co-worker then it is unnecessary.
7. Check and double check spelling and grammar.  Be especially careful with the names of an organization or people involved.

Tip:

•  Send as soon as possible, a delayed thank you will seem as if it was an obligation and not sincere.

5 Telephone Etiquette Tips. Susie Wilson

5 Telephone Etiquette Tips

These 5 phone etiquette tips for cell phones will keep you in the good graces of your family, friends and strangers. Many people do not realize that their cell phone manners have become an annoyance to the people around them. Once you realize what the annoyances are exactly, you can change your conduct as needed.

1. Use a non-offensive ringtone. When in public, realise that some people are offended by loud ringtones that blast music and lyrics filled with vulgar language. Remember that your ringtone is a reflection of who you are. Your choice of ringtone may be great when around friends and family, but is it the type of ringtone you would want your supervisor or your grandmother to hear?
2. Using proper phone etiquette means paying attention to your location. Working on a noisy construction site requires you to speak loud on the phone and to have your phone turned up. Under the same principle, etiquette in quiet places, such as a library or a restaurant, dictates that cell phone users keep their conversations quiet and short. 
3. Keep private conversations private. Arguments, private topics and highly emotional conversations should be discussed when you are alone. The shoppers at the local supermarket do not want to hear half of an argument that you are having with your spouse. If you practice proper phone etiquette, you will change your location, or call the person back at a time when you are alone.
4. Know when to leave your cell phone at home or set on silent. There are times when a cell phone simply is not appropriate. Good phone etiquette will be appreciated by everyone around you during special events. At weddings, funerals and religious gatherings, your cell phone should be either shut off or left at home. 
5. Do not start a second conversation. When you are already speaking with someone in person, good etiquette demands that you let the phone ring so the call will go to your voice mail. Interrupting your current conversation to take a cell phone call tells the person in front of you that the call is more important than they are. If it truly is an emergency, excuse yourself for a moment to answer the call, and make the conversation brief.

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Our Vamp Creations Model.

Joanna Kordos 
B.A. Arts, Fine Art- Assoc. Dip.Int.Arch.

Beginning her career as an artist over 15 years ago, Joanna Kordos is a Melbourne-based art consultant and respected artist. Her creations have captivated art lovers and critics alike and have featured in many group and solo exhibitions, as well as private and corporate collections.

Inspired by the ‘Romanticism’ of the 19th Century, Joanna’s art is influenced by the works of Turner, Delacroix, John Olsen, Oscar Wilde, John Donne and Lord Byron. Using oils on linen, her surrealist artwork depicts landscape and nature and the events that transpire within, through brush strokes of drama in colour. 

Joanna’s creative flair and discerning eye are an asset to V A M P Creations, where students benefit from her insight into the art industry and appreciation for the aesthetic world.

Susie Wilson C.I.B.T.A.C Beauty- Dip. Make-up Artistry

A former Model / Image specialist, Susie’s experience spands over 2 decades” Judge on the panel for Miss World New Zealand and fashion in fields race cup days. Susie worked with one of the greats from Britain Jane Barr . In this time Susie has gained excellence in Social Etiquette, Model training, The art of professional Make-up artistry and Finishing School. 

Susie spent several years as the director of the successful “Personal Image” consultancy, based in New Zealand, teaching children and teens social graces, positive body language, personal grooming and skincare, as well as make-up and wardrobe styling skills. 

Inspired by the confidence and empowerment that her teachings brought to young women, Susie now injects her experience and expertise to 

V A M P’s broad range of course options, delivering these powerful life-skills to women of all ages.

Whether you are eager to improve your own etiquette or simply wish to indulge in the fancies of polite society, Ms Wilson is the person to show how to be the perfect lady. Susie Wilson possesses a delicate combination of grace and elegance, brimming with advice on every etiquette issue, it will ensure that you navigate your way through the trickiest of social dilemmas with complete confidence.

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Vamp Creations- Discover your potential. Our classes have been designed especially for women who want to learn how to revamp their confidence, posture, and image. At the end of the course, students perform a fashion show for their friends and family. Click on the links below for more information on our courses.