Author Archives: Sandy Hyde

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter! I hope today brings you joy, happiness, and togetherness, with your friends and family.

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Monogram Etiquette – Single Initials

If you would like to use a single initial for a monogram, the following guidelines apply: Single individuals should use the first letter of their first name. Married individuals or couples should use the the first letter of their last … Continue reading

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Monogram Etiquette – Married Couples

A married couple has a choice of three types of monograms, traditional, modern and single initial. A traditional monogram for a married couple reading the monogram from left to right: 1) Wife’s first name initial. 2) Husband’s last name initial.  … Continue reading

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Someone double dipped. What should I do?

Dear Sandy, During a party I was hosting at my home, I was horrified to see one of my guests dip her chip back into the chip dip after taking a bite.  I didn’t know how to handle the situation, … Continue reading

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Socks – Professional Attire

The color of your socks should coordinate with your slacks. If you are wearing black slacks, wear black socks.  Brown socks are a smart choice to wear with brown slacks. Do not wear white socks in a professional setting. White … Continue reading

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Obscene Language in the Office

Obscene language is never appropriate in the office environment or any professional setting.  If you let obscenities fly, you may offend someone or ruin your opportunity for promotion.

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Are you obligated to give a gift to a couple who elopes?

If you receive an announcement of an elopement, you are not obligated to send a wedding gift.  If you are close to the wedding couple, you may want to send a wedding gift to share in their celebration.

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Recycle Wedding Flowers

Rather than throwing wedding floral arrangements away, consider sending them to a nearby nursing home or hospital after the reception.  The residents or patients would enjoy looking at them.  Receiving flowers always lifts a person’s spirits.

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Dress a Step Up – Interview Technique

There is a saying, “Dress for the job you want to be promoted to, not the job you’re interviewing for.” If the Director of Sales wears a suit and tie or business suit to the office, you should wear a … Continue reading

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Example of a Condolence Note – Funeral Etiquette

One of the most difficult things to write is a condolence note.  However, it is one of the most appreciative things you can do for a family at a time of loss. A handwritten note is much better than a … Continue reading

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