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Monthly Archives: September 2008
How To Handle Chatty Audience or Class Members
When attending a class or presentation, audience members should be courteous to the speaker and refrain from speaking. Chatting during a presentation is also rude to the other attendees who want to hear what the speaker has to say. If … Continue reading
The Office Sink
In today’s society, very few people have maids, cooks, or butlers in their home who pick up after them. Why is it then, so many people feel there is a maid or butler at work who will pick up and … Continue reading
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Accepting Gifts
We are usually thrilled to receive a gift. However, at times we feel awkward because we don’t know if we should open the gift now or wait to open it later. Some events are planned around the opening of gifts … Continue reading
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Respect All Co-Workers
A job title or rank in the company hierarchy does not determine the worth of a human being. Treat all employees of a company with respect and professionalism. I once worked in the buying offices of a major retail store. … Continue reading
Posted in Business Etiquette, Etiquette Tips
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Why Do Brides Wear Something Blue?
Perhaps you have heard the saying recited to a bride who is planning her wardrobe for her big day, “Something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue.” I am frequently asked, “Why do brides wear something blue?” This tradition … Continue reading
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Handwritten vs. Typed Notes
Thank you notes and condolence notes should always be handwritten. Whether or not you write other types of correspondence by hand is a matter of personal preference. For some, the quality of their penmanship dictates how they will write their … Continue reading
An Exemplary Example of Etiquette
Good etiquette is not snobbish or upper crust as many would presume. Good etiquette costs nothing except an occasional few minutes of your time. Good etiquette is not obvious, but leaves a lasting impression. If you are good with etiquette, … Continue reading
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Addressing Correspondence To Couples When One or Both Have the Title of Dr.
When sending correspondence to a couple, proper titles must be used in the address. If one or both individuals have the title of Dr., one of the following examples should be used: 1. Dr. and Mrs. Robert Jones (The husband … Continue reading
How To Write a Thank You Note for a Group Gift
It is not uncommon for businesses or departments within a business to send a group gift for special occasions. If you receive a gift from a group of people, it is proper etiquette to send a thank you note. If … Continue reading
Driving Etiquette – Merging Traffic Must Yield
I drive on expressways daily and am always cautious of merging traffic. I frequently witness acts of rudeness and road rage as drivers attempt to make a spot for themselves in traffic whether they have the right of way or … Continue reading
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