Friday, September 19, 2014

How To Be A 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. How do you go about doing that?

To start off, you need to know that a chauffeur isn't just limited to driving tasks. They are also equipped with the knowledge about the place or location where they are employed. They can easily make a decision on which path to take during a travel to minimize time. Practically, you can tell that they are also tour guides for a specific city since they know almost all ins and outs of it.

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. You should know how to get to a certain point at the least time possible. 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. Reading a map should be something that you can do easily. Learn how to use a GPS thoroughly.

Become informed on what makes your city unique. Discover where the landmarks are located. What places would you recommend to visit. Know why the certain places are mostly visited by many. What's the population of your city? What's the best place in town where one can eat or dine? What are your recommendations? The weather is also something that you should keep track of. What is a normally you do at this time of the year? What other forecasts. Finally one of the best hotels, and the stores nearby.

Along with the decent occupation, you will also need to have a decent uniform or outfit for the job. 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. The popular style of uniform for chauffeurs today would include a tie, black suit with white shirt and black shoes. By having to dress right you are give your clients a feel of security and satisfaction for your professional service.

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. You won't know that in less you try to smoke, so don't.

One of the most important keys to remember is don't speak until spoken to. Your attention should be directed to your client. Use the Stephen Covey standby, "seek to understand, then be in understood.? With experience, you'll be able to know when the time is right to talk with your client or not.

Be prepared for almost anything. There are those limousines designed with special features as well as compartments just for clients. There are those installed with entertainment showcases, sewing kits, mini bars and many more other features designed specially for clients. You should always make sure that you work at your best.

Lastly, you would also need the right tools. There are number of apps for your phone and go a long way. Among those useful applications via phone that you can use are weather updates, maps, gps and event calendars.

Pay attention to all this if you're thinking about becoming a chauffeur.




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