Monthly Archives: July 2007

Travel Etiquette – Airport Check-in

Since 911, traveling by air has changed dramatically. Airport security has done an outstanding job of publicizing the new security rules and updating us with changes to help us arrive to the airport well prepared. However, I am amazed at … Continue reading

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Business Notes – E-mail Messages

In today’s fast paced world, communication through e-mail has become a way of life. I find this especially true among college students. Even though an e-mail is less formal than the handwritten note, it should still contain the same format … Continue reading

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Telephone Etiquette – Personal Announcements

I spend a great deal of time preparing graduates for their job search. One subject we discuss in depth is the personal announcement on their phone. What may have been fun while attending school is not going to make the … Continue reading

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Etiquette at the Hair Salon

Practicing good etiquette is more than knowing where your fork is or how to make introductions. It is a part of everything we do and say everyday. Etiquette shows respect for others as well as for yourself. Today, I told … Continue reading

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Tattoos in the Workplace

Tattoos are becoming very fashionable.  However, your employer may not agree and your chances of getting a job or getting promoted could be jeopardized. Employers have the right to hire individuals who will best represent the image of their company.  … Continue reading

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Dining Etiquette – Dropped Utensils

Should you drop a utensil on the floor, do not pick it up and place it back on the table.  You do not want to place germs or dirt from the floor on your dining surface. Simply ask the waiter … Continue reading

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Class Schedule

Childrens Etiquette Class – 2007 Early Fall Schedule 1st through 5th Grades – Tuesdays, Sept. 4 – Oct. 9, 3:15 – 4:15 Class Full 6th through 9th Grades – Wednesdays, Sept. 5 – Oct. 10, 3:30 – 4:40 Class Full … Continue reading

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Dining Etiquette – How to Eat French Fries

I am frequently asked, “How do I eat french fries? With a fork or with my fingers?” This question is very common among my college students who consider french fries a staple vegetable item. If you are dining in a … Continue reading

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Etiquette for Escalators and Moving Sidewalks

Escalators and moving sidewalks are wonderful people movers.  Because they never stop, we rarely have to wait in line to get on and they get us to where we’re going with much ease and greater speed. Just as we must … Continue reading

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USPS Customer Service – Or Not

In today’s market, quality customer service can make or break your business. It’s imperative to listen to the customer and determine how you can best help them solve their problem. Unfortunately, some businesses have an attitude they have their market … Continue reading

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