Monthly Archives: August 2007

Personal Presentation

How you present yourself in public is directly related to how you respect and feel about yourself and how you want others to respect and feel about you. This doesn’t mean you have to be a fashion icon every time … Continue reading

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To Ask or Not to Ask? – The Age Old Question

It is never appropriate to ask someone their age in a business or social setting. There are times when exceptions are made for medical history, legal drinking age, or signing legal documents. However, these situations are for professional verification and … Continue reading

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Former Mrs. Ohio USA to Offer Pageant Coaching

For immediate release Sandra Hyde, president and founder of the Etiquette School of Ohio, has announced the school will now offer coaching to young women preparing for beauty pageants. A former Mrs. Ohio USA and Mrs. USA top ten finalist, … Continue reading

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Telephone Etiquette – Wrong Numbers

At one time or another, we have all dialed a wrong number.  When you realize what you have done, do not hang up abruptly. This is rude and can be unsettling to the person you called.  Simply apologize to the … Continue reading

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Give Thanks to Your Host and Hostess

Before leaving a social event, be sure to thank your host and hostess in person. They put a great deal of time and effort in the preparation of the event you attended and would appreciate hearing how much you enjoyed … Continue reading

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Dining Etiquette – How to Excuse Yourself From the Table

Three little words, “Please excuse me”, are all you have to say when you need to leave the table. I don’t need to know you’re visiting the restroom, taking medication, getting a nicotine fix, blowing your nose or making a … Continue reading

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Office Refrigerator Etiquette

The office refrigerator is a convenience for you to use during the workday. Remember to be considerate of your co-workers as you share this benefit with them. 1. Do not eat or drink foods that do not belong to you. … Continue reading

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Dining Etiquette – How to Properly Eat Bread or Rolls

When eating bread or rolls follow these simple rules to avoid a dining faux pas. 1. Tear or break off only one bite size piece at a time. 2. Hold the bread over the bread plate as you tear it … Continue reading

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Dining Etiquette – Please Pass the Salt and Pepper

I frequently hear someone ask for just the salt or just the pepper and that’s exactly what they receive, one or the other. The request is not incorrect, but the response is. The salt and pepper shakers are married and … Continue reading

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Opening Doors in the Business Setting

In the past, before women were equal members of the corporate world, chivalry ruled and men politely opened doors for them. Today, most women appreciate such a courtesy, but the traditional rules have changed in the business world. Basic Rules … Continue reading

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