How To Be A Chauffeur

By George Dodson


As soon as you've heard the word chauffeur, you've probably had an idea what he does and what his lifestyle is like based on the movies you've seen. You've decided you want to become a chauffeur. So how do you become a chauffeur?

Firstly, you will need to know that a chauffeur also does other things aside from driving expensive or luxury cars. 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. These individuals can also work as a tour guide since they know every corner of the city.

To become a chauffeur, you start by learning your city thoroughly. Know where to go and how to get to the desired place by your boss. Being able to formulate a path is something you can do easily. To be an effective chauffeur, you will need to check the places yourself and be familiar with it as well as its routes. Become an expert at reading your city maps. Furthermore, a GPS should be something that you are able to read thoroughly and easily.

Know all the best spots in the city. You should be able to easily locate a certain landmark. What are the favorite places to go? Why are they the favorite? Know your city's population. Where do people usually eat. What are your recommendations? Furthermore, you would also take note of the weather. Know what happens on a specific date. What other forecasts. Finally one of the best hotels, and the stores nearby.

Of course since you'll be working as a professional, you will also need a uniform. A decent uniform is a simple indication that you are someone of high rank in the society who knows well what they are doing.

Most companies have a dress standard for the chauffeur's. The popular style of uniform for chauffeurs today would include a tie, black suit with white shirt and black shoes. You want to make a fantastic first impression, and let the client know that you're serious, and you know what you're doing.

Try to notice the smallest things at work. Make sure your hands and nails are clean. If you want to put away your coat or suit whenever not being used, simply bring a hanger with you all the time. Always maintain proper manners which include not smoking since many people or clients do not. Smoking is dangerous to the health not only to you but also to your clients.

You shouldn't be talking unless you are required to. You should always respond to your boss. As Stephen Covey used to say "seek to understand, then be understood".? With experience, you'll be able to know when the time is right to talk with your client or not.

Likewise, you will also need to be prepared for just about anything that can happen. One limousine company has designed a bag that contains more than 100 items of things a client might need. That includes a sewing kit, a pack of gum, and just about anything you can think of that client might need. You should always make sure that you work at your best.

Finally, keep on hand some handy tools. Today, phone applications may be of use for almost all types of jobs. These apps include, gps, maps, event schedules as well as weather updates.

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




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