Good Communication (With Anyone At All)
Of course, good communication skills doesn't mean talkative. Being a tour guide, you will meet a constant stream of new people from all over the world with different cultural and believes. Some might come from countries you never know exist. Get yourself adept with their thoughts and respect their opinion. One thing for sure, learning more language can earn you a respect in being a tour guide. This includes native language too. Stay connected with your tour guide after the tour for a better relationship. They might even recommend you to their friends.
Know Your Facts Well
Those who can sleep in history class beware! Get yourself ready to be slam with any type of question anytime from mathematics as well as art. If you are guiding a tour in the place where you originated, this definitely will not be a problem. Always be prepared for any type of question including the dumbest one you ever heard at anytime. Do lots and lots of research on the place where you will be having your tour. One thing for sure, be confident in yourself when you give your tour.
Patience and Tolerance
This is one of most important key to gain respect. Based on a research, it is found that Asian tour groups usually take more time in a tour from snapping photos, dinning, shopping to resting. What's worse when they want to do everything in a day! Whereas European are more steady and independent compared to Asians. They prefer doing things alone and walking in a group. Plan your tour with the facts you know about your client's personality.
Get Hot and Excited Around You
There are a lot of challenges in being a tour guide. Some travelers have great expectations from you. They want you to be responsible for everything happening in the group. Know what's going on everywhere around you when you are having a tour. Lastly, know where's the best bargain in your place for a better tour and discount.
