Career Event: Professional Etiquette

Last week I had the opportunity to attend a career event at ASU West. It was very interesting because we were required to wear professional attire as if we were on a dinner interview or a sales dinner. Not only was the dinner exquisite but delicious. We were guided on how to use all utensils, paying attention how so out of touch I was of proper etiquette living with all males at my house. We were also taught what conversations were considered appropriate and what weren't. 

One interesting point was taught when you are done with dinner. That was to make sure you pay for the bill and tip in advance and to walk the client to the car then come back and pick up the bill. Regardless if you are a female or not.I have to admit I found this a little odd to leave your credit card to the waiter as soon as you get in and add the gratuity then come back and get it.

Everyone in the table was very confused when we were told it was bad manners to pick up the bread,split it in half and spread the butter. Proper etiquette requires for you to pinch the bread without picking it up and tear a little peace of bread at a time and add a dab of butter. Just though I would share that. 
The point of the who meeting was to learn that the way you eat, carry yourself in conversation can determine whether or not you will get the job or close the sale.