Introduction Etiquette

INTRODUCTION ETIQUETTE Introducing Yourself · Remember to smile · Always stand if seated · Greet the other person, state your name and position · Always shake hands, Failure to do so is considered rude · Grip hands so the web of the thumbs meet · Shake from the elbow, not the shoulder · Remove gloves if you are wearing them Introducing Others Business introductions are based on professional rank. The person of the highest rank is introduced to others in descending order …

…introduced first, even above someone of higher rank in your organization. Group Introductions If you are in a group and you’re making many introductions it is helpful to include a bit of information about each person. This can help to facilitate further conversation. You don’t want to leave people in an uncomfortable situation by introducing them and then just walking away and leaving them in the position of not knowing what to say.