I've witnessed hundreds of business meals that make or break careers - and I'm about to share the 5 dining etiquette rules that separate professionals who win from those who get passed over. Financial services firms, global consulting companies, advertising agencies, and tech companies across every industry are using business meals as part of their final interview process - because what happens at the table matters just as much as what happens in the boardroom.
One HR executive I know watched countless qualified candidates lose opportunities not because of their credentials, but because of what happened at the dining table. Whether you're a junior or senior executive interviewing for your dream role, pitching to prospects, or entertaining key clients, these strategies will give you the confidence to navigate any business meal with professionalism and respect.
Welcome to Boosted – from Unpolished to Promoted. I'm Trina Boos, Founder of Boost Academy of Excellence. As a former recruitment agency CEO who placed thousands of professionals, I now train emerging leaders on the workplace skills that actually get you promoted. In each episode, you'll get actionable tips to build your professional presence and advance your career through real workplace scenarios and human stories. We'll cover the unwritten rules of professional success that nobody teaches you in school.
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Boosted is brought to you by Boost Academy of Excellence (boostacademyofexcellence.com).
Music by: In the City
Special thanks to: Shahin Nezhad and Sina Sabouri (advisors)
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What comes to mind when you hear "workplace etiquette"? Victorian tea parties? Downton Abbey? Old-fashioned rules? That outdated image is exactly what's holding back your career.
Boosted is the podcast that reveals the unwritten rules of professional success that nobody teaches you in school. Hosted by Trina Boos, founder of Boost Academy of Excellence, this show delivers actionable tips to build your professional presence and advance your career through real workplace scenarios and human stories.
Modern workplace etiquette goes beyond traditional protocols - it's built on three foundational principles: consideration, respect, and honesty. These aren't abstract concepts - they're practical tools that transform how people experience working with you and guide your decisions in any professional situation.
Each episode tackles real situations you face every day: how to actually listen in meetings instead of just waiting to talk, why following through on "let's connect" matters, how to write emails that show consideration, when to schedule meetings mindfully, and how to give authentic credit to teammates. You'll learn how to apply these core principles to daily interactions in ways that feel genuine and intentional.
Who is this for? Ambitious professionals, emerging leaders, and anyone navigating modern workplace dynamics. Whether you're in a casual startup or formal corporate environment, hybrid or remote, these principles adapt to any industry and culture.
In a world of rushed emails, half-listened meetings, and transactional interactions, genuine consideration makes you stand out immediately. This isn't about being fake - it's about mastering the career accelerators hiding in plain sight within your daily interactions.
New episodes weekly. Join us and discover the unwritten rules that transform your workplace relationships and open doors.
Boosted is brought to you by Boost Academy of Excellence (boostacademyofexcellence.com).
Music by: In the City
Special thanks to: Shahin Nezhad and Sina Sabouri (advisors)
