Arizona

Dale Carnegie Training has been proven effective in helping people like you to develop valuable skills, increase self-confidence, advance professionally, and have a more rewarding life. We are excited that you are looking into Dale Carnegie Training and would like to help you reach your objectives in any way we can.

Here are the answers to some questions you may have.

Q. Where are the classes held?

A: In Tucson, classes are held in the Dale Carnegie Conference Center located at 333 East Wetmore Road, Suite 125 (one block east of the Tucson Mall). Phoenix classes are typically held at the Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel an Ottawa University off of I-17. If you would like to hold the training at your facility - that can be done too!

Q: Will there be homework?

A: Yes. There will be talks that you need to prepare each week but since they are short and about events that you have experienced - they usually require less than an hour to prepare. There is also some reading. If you don't get a chance to do the readings, don't worry; come to class anyway expecting to have a terrific session. You will find the reading assignments very enjoyable and valuable, but you will not be tested on them. If you find it challenging to stick to the suggested reading schedule, just go at your own pace. Keep in mind that people tend to get so much more out of the class if they do the reading assignments. Most people find that sixty to ninety minutes per week is sufficient to complete the readings. The books are also available on audio cassette tapes at an additional cost should you so desire. Call the office for details.

Q: What if I'm not prepared for the class?

A: Come to class anyway! We know there may be times when the person can't fit in the time to prepare. If you can get to class early, we'll help you before class. If you can't come early, we'll allow you to sit in and get a "feel" for the session before you have to participate...just tell us.

Q: What if I'm not feeling well?

A: Come anyway! (Unless, of course, you have a contagious disease). Many class members find that they feel better when the class gets going. If you don't, feel free to leave.

Q: What if I have to arrive after the start of class or leave before it ends?

A: We realize that things may come up that you must attend to. If you come to class anyway, we'll see to it that you have the opportunity to participate so that you'll get credit for the entire session.

Q: What if I miss a session?

A: We hold classes several times per year. If you have to miss a session, we can find a way for you to make up that session with another class (within 1 year). Please notify us if you know in advance that you will have to miss a session. We can help you with what we will be covering in the next week's class. You will also receive a weekly email summary of each class outlining the next week's assignment . The assignments for all sessions are in the Course Manual. Please feel free to contact the instructor or the office if you have any questions. If you do have to miss a session, you will not be made to feel left out or behind when you come back to class the next week.

If you attend and/or make up all sessions, you will receive special recognition for 100% attendance on your diploma.

Q: How do I go about making up a session?

A: We will have a list of the make-up dates so check with the facilitator or you may contact our office at 520-747-4664. You will feel very welcome if you go to another class to make up a session. Make sure you sign in with the instructor so that we know that you made up the session there.

Q: What should I bring to class?

A: Your Course Manual and a pen or pencil. You do not need to bring the textbooks to class.

Q: What should I wear?

A: Whatever you're comfortable wearing! We suggest you be casual, if possible.

Q: What if I feel nervous or anxious about coming to class?

A: Most people experience this. It is important to keep in mind that developing additional confidence is one of the major objectives of the class, so those feelings will subside as the course progresses. Please refrain from alcoholic beverages or mood-altering drugs the day of class, as these substances give us a false sense of self-confidence.

Q: What is the format of Dale Carnegie Courses?

A: There are no lectures given in the class. Each week the class members will have the opportunity to practice the principles and techniques introduced in the classroom in an atmosphere of support and encouragement. There is no critiquing or criticism given in the class; instead positive feedback and reinforcement are used.