Friday, March 7, 2014

Basic Principles To Being A Good Chauffeur

By George Dodson


Somewhere, perhaps in a movie, you've seen a limousine and a chauffeur, and noticed the lifestyle surrounding that whole scene. Thus, you think it would be very nice to be one. So how do you become a chauffeur?

The first thing you want to understand the chauffeur is just not a driver. They have a wide knowledge of the places or locations in a particular metropolis. They can easily make a decision on which path to take during a travel to minimize time. They are ambassadors for their city and a tour guide.

The first thing you need to know if you want to become a chauffeur is that you will need to know all the places within your city. Know where to go and how to get to the desired place by your boss. You know all the best routes and the landmarks along those routes. In order to do so, you will need to go out and check the places yourself. You will need to be able to read a map easily. Learn how to use a GPS thoroughly.

Learn what makes a certain city famous or unique. Discover where the landmarks are located. What are the favorite places to go? Understand what the certain place has to offer and why many take time to visit the place. What's the population of your city? Where do people usually eat. What are your recommendations? The weather is also something that you should keep track of. What usually takes place in a specific time of year. What other forecasts. The best hotels with the best services and lowest rates should also be something that you are aware of.

Dress is very important to chauffeur. Your dress or uniform will let other people know that you are a professional and you know what you are doing and you deserve respect.

A lot of companies today require every one of their employees to have uniforms which include the chauffeurs. A chauffeurs' uniform usually involves the use of black shoes, tie, suit and white shirt. Through this, you are able to show that you are well experienced in what you do and that they are safe in your hands.

Try to notice the smallest things at work. One of the things you need to be aware of is your proper hygiene. If you want to put away your coat or suit whenever not being used, simply bring a hanger with you all the time. Don't smoke, as some people do not like that. Smoking is dangerous to the health not only to you but also to your clients.

One of the most important keys to remember is don't speak until spoken to. You should always respond to your boss. As Stephen Covey used to say "seek to understand, then be understood".? With a little practice, you can read your client to tell when they want to chat.

Be prepared for almost anything. There are those limousines designed with special features as well as compartments just for clients. Some would include an studio, bath tub, a sink, and others that clients may need. You should always make sure that you work at your best.

Of course, every professional should have his or her own tool for his or her job. Currently, there are a few apps on phones that you can simply use in your line of work. These apps include, gps, maps, event schedules as well as weather updates.

All these things you will need if you want to become a successful and effective chauffeur in the future.




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