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Snezana Nina Shamtani

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Snezana Nina Shamtani

Etiquette, executive presence & cross-cultural communication

My fascination with etiquette began long before I realised it would become my life's work. As a young girl, I was curious about people — the way they spoke, carried themselves, and made others feel. At fifteen, a six-month modelling programme first introduced me to etiquette, social manners, dress codes, and professional presentation, and what began as a course became a lifelong passion.

My career has taken me across aviation, hospitality, retail, luxury cosmetics, and education, and across the Middle East, Europe, and the United States — experiences that taught me that while customs vary, courtesy and respect are universal languages.

With more than two decades of international training experience, I now deliver seminars, workshops, and coaching for professionals, corporate teams, and organisations worldwide — helping people build confidence, self-awareness, and meaningful relationships.

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The Grace of an Active Mind

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Etiquette

History of Etiquette Importance of Etiquette in Personal & Professional Life Modern Etiquette in the Digital Age

First Impressions: The Seven Seconds That Matter

Body Language: The Silent Language of Confidence

The Art of Conversation

Dining Etiquette Around the World

Cultural Etiquette: Respect Across Borders

Emotional Intelligence and Etiquette

Executive Presence and Professional Image

The Grace of an Active Mind

Grooming & Style

The History of Makeup

Makeup Through the Ages: From Ancient Egypt to Today

Dress Codes Decoded

Building a Timeless Wardrobe

The Psychology of Colour

Hair Care and Professional Appearance

Skincare at Every Age

Fragrance Etiquette

Grooming for Interviews and Business Meetings

In Practice

Snezana Nina Shamtani speaking on professional presence at a corporate seminar Snezana Nina Shamtani presenting on professional networking and etiquette Snezana Nina Shamtani Snezana Nina Shamtani speaking at the Women Economic Forum GCC 2025, Riyadh

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