Etiquette Training and Consultancy

The Panache
Advantage.

In every competitive professional environment, etiquette is the edge most people overlook. Dr. Janet Adetu — one of Nigeria's most sought-after etiquette experts — trains individuals, teams, and organisations to master the professional standards that command respect, build trust, and open doors.

Dr. Janet Adetu

Etiquette is not about rigid rules. It is about the confidence of knowing how to conduct yourself — in any room, at any table, in any culture — with grace, authority, and distinction.

Dr. Janet Adetu has spent 30 years in the corporate world and over a decade as a certified etiquette consultant — training professionals across Nigeria and the UK in the business and social etiquette standards that differentiate truly exceptional leaders. Her approach is practical, engaging, and immediately applicable.

Etiquette is a Competitive Advantage

In a world where technical skills are increasingly commoditised, professional polish and social intelligence set outstanding leaders apart. The professional who knows how to conduct themselves in a client dinner, a board meeting, or an international conference commands a level of confidence and credibility that no qualification alone can provide. Etiquette is not a soft skill. It is a strategic one.

First Impressions Are Made Before You Speak

Research consistently shows that judgements about competence, character, and leadership potential are made within seconds of meeting someone — long before a word is exchanged. Posture, presentation, handshake, eye contact, table manners, digital communication etiquette — these invisible signals speak volumes about who you are and how seriously you should be taken. Dr. Adetu trains professionals to control every one of those signals intentionally.

What Dr. Adetu Trains On

Every training area is available as a standalone session, a half-day workshop, a full-day masterclass, or as part of a comprehensive corporate etiquette programme.

Business Etiquette

The professional standards and conduct protocols that govern behaviour in corporate environments — from meetings and correspondence to negotiations and client interactions.

Meeting and boardroom etiquette
Professional communication standards
Business card and greeting protocols
Telephone and digital etiquette
Office and workplace conduct
Social Etiquette

The social intelligence and conduct standards that enable professionals to navigate any social setting — from networking events and galas to informal professional gatherings — with confidence and ease.

Introductions and greetings
Conversation etiquette and active listening
Networking with grace and purpose
Gift giving and receiving protocols
Cultural sensitivity and awareness
Dining Etiquette

Mastering the art of formal and informal dining — from fine dining protocol and place setting to navigating international menus — so you always dine with confidence and distinction.

Formal dining and place setting
Table manners and cutlery use
International dining customs
Wine and beverage etiquette
Client entertainment and hosting
International Protocol

Navigating the protocols, customs, and etiquette standards of international business and diplomacy — essential for professionals who work across cultures and borders.

International greeting and address protocols
Cross-cultural communication
Diplomatic and government protocol
International business travel etiquette
Global gift-giving customs
Image and Dress Etiquette

Understanding the power of professional image — how dress, grooming, and personal presentation communicate leadership, credibility, and cultural awareness before a word is spoken.

Professional dress codes decoded
Dressing for different corporate occasions
Personal grooming and presentation
Corporate vs social dress standards
Image alignment with personal brand
Digital and Online Etiquette

Navigating the etiquette standards of digital communication — from email and WhatsApp to LinkedIn and virtual meetings — in a way that maintains professional credibility and respect.

Email etiquette and communication standards
Virtual meeting presence and conduct
Social media professionalism
WhatsApp and messaging etiquette
LinkedIn and professional networking online

How Training is Delivered

Corporate Group Training

Bespoke etiquette training sessions delivered directly to your team or organisation — in person at your offices or at an external venue. Tailored to your industry, culture, and specific needs.

Half day · Full day · Multi-session
Executive Masterclass

A focused, high-impact etiquette masterclass for executives, senior professionals, and leadership teams — covering the most critical etiquette dimensions for leaders at the highest levels.

60 to 90 minutes · Virtual or in person
Individual Coaching

One-on-one etiquette coaching for individuals who want personalised, confidential guidance on specific areas of professional conduct, image, or social etiquette.

Per session · Package options available
Retreat and Immersion

A luxury etiquette immersion experience — ideal for high-potential leadership cohorts and women's professional groups. Combines formal training with practical application in real settings.

1 to 2 days · Luxury venue · Lagos or London
Virtual Workshops

High-quality virtual etiquette workshops for remote teams, diaspora professionals, and global audiences — with the same depth and engagement as in-person sessions.

60 to 120 minutes · Live interactive
Conference and Keynote

Etiquette-themed keynotes and panel contributions for conferences, women's events, and professional association gatherings — inspiring and equipping large audiences with practical etiquette insight.

30 to 60 minutes · Any audience size

Nigeria's Leading Certified Etiquette Expert

Dr. Janet Adetu is not just a speaker on etiquette — she is one of Nigeria's most credentialed and experienced etiquette consultants and trainers. Certified by the Protocol School of Washington as a Corporate Etiquette and International Protocol Consultant, she has been practising and teaching professional etiquette for over a decade — with 13 years on national radio sharing her expertise with millions of listeners.

Her training is grounded in global etiquette standards, adapted for the Nigerian and African corporate context, and delivered with the warmth, practicality, and authority that her clients consistently describe as transformative.

Certified Corporate Etiquette and International Protocol Consultant
Protocol School of Washington, USA
FLC Certified Consultant
Association of Image Consultants International
Personal Branding Surveyor Certified
Reach 360
13 Years on National Radio
Classic FM, Beat FM and more
Dr. Janet Adetu

The Etiquette Difference

Corporate Etiquette Training

I just want to thank Janet for these days of training, a lot we took for granted. Janet has fine-tuned a few rough edges making us refined, polished professionals. I feel confident as a senior manager and will transpire this knowledge to my subordinates.

Shabbir
Financial Services, Standard Chartered Bank
Executive Masterclass

Janet has a rare gift, she sees what you cannot see in yourself and helps you step into it with confidence. I became more composed, more intentional, and significantly more impactful in how I show up. My executive presence is now undeniable. I feel so much more equipped to face the world and be the expert I want to be.

Bunmi Ajiboye
Financial Services, FCMB
Workshop

Refreshing and very educative. It was well packaged and delivered brilliantly.

Akinola Akinboyowa
Telecommunications, Airtel
Professional Development Programme

Before working with Janet, I was doing the work but not being seen for it. She helped me reposition my personal brand, elevate my communication, and step into visibility with intention. I was promoted within six months. The transformation was both internal and external and deeply sustainable.

Lateef Momodu
Senior Manager, Multinational Corporation
Executive Development Programme

My ability to manage high-level stakeholders has significantly improved. Janet's coaching helped me develop presence, patience, and precision in communication. I now influence conversations rather than react to them.

Ibrahim Yakubu
Senior Executive, NNPC Ltd
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Bring Etiquette Training to Your Organisation

Whether you are looking for a one-off session, an ongoing training programme, or a luxury immersion experience — Dr. Adetu and her team will design the right engagement for your needs and objectives.

Format
In person across Lagos and London, or virtual for global audiences
Audience
Individuals, teams, executive groups, and large conference audiences
Duration
From 60-minute sessions to multi-day immersive retreats
Pricing
Available upon enquiry. All proposals are bespoke.
Response
All enquiries responded to within 24 hours

Book an Etiquette Training

Select a date and time that works for you. All enquiries are responded to within 24 hours.

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