Ziying Zhou (Chinese: 周姿莹) is a British-Chinese etiquette expert, former banker, and coach. She offers guidance on etiquette, social skills, and professional decorum to both individuals and corporate clients worldwide. Zhou is the founder of Berkeley Etiquette.
Early Life and Background
editZiying Zhou was born in Shandong, China, the hometown of the philosopher Confucius, and moved to the UK at the age of 19 to pursue higher education. This early relocation allowed her to immerse herself in diverse cultural settings.[1]
Educational Background
editZhou holds three degrees from UK institutions, including one from Imperial College London. She also completed a diploma course in international etiquette and protocol at the prestigious Institut Villa Pierrefeu, also known as The Swiss Finishing School in Gilon, Switzerland.[2]
Career
editHer early career in finance spanned over a decade, during which she worked across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, gaining insights into diverse cultural norms and business practices. This extensive professional background served as a foundation for her transition to etiquette coaching.[3]
In 2023, Zhou established Berkeley Etiquette to provide personalised coaching, corporate workshops and group seminars to enable her clients to achieve their full potential. Her work emphasises dining etiquette, workplace professionalism, and cultural customs.[4]
Social Media
editZiying Zhou actively shares etiquette tips on social media platforms, reaching a wider audience and reinforcing her role as a prominent etiquette authority. Her videos address common etiquette misconceptions and offer practical advice on behaviour in both formal and casual settings.[5][6]
External Links
editReferences
edit- ^ "About Ziying Zhou". Berkeley Etiquette.
- ^ "About Ziying Zhou". Berkeley Etiquette.
- ^ "Watch: Why a Chinese banker in Dubai became an etiquette coach". Gulf News.
- ^ "Meet the etiquette coach teaching grace and poise to Dubai residents". The National. 2023-07-05.
- ^ "Ziying Zhou Instagram". Instagram.
- ^ "Etiquette 101 with Ziying Zhou". YouTube.