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Author Archives: Sandy Hyde
Flirtation in the Workplace
It is good practice to keep your personal life separate from your professional life. Resist temptation to flirt with or date a co-worker. Occasionally, it is difficult for someone to resist the temptation to flirt and their object of attention … Continue reading
The American “O.K.” Sign – Hand Gesture Etiquette
When Americans form a circle with their thumb and first finger, with the remaining three fingers pointing upward, they are communicating the message everything is okay or good. This is one of the most recognized hand gestures in the American … Continue reading
Dayton Daily News – Ideas & Voices Article – 3-11-12
AN EXPERT OPINION It’s easier to blame others than to look at ourselves By Sandra Hyde As an etiquette coach, I am frequently asked if Americans are less civil today than in the past. It’s difficult to answer this question … Continue reading
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Tagged Civility, civility today, etiquette, manners, rudeness, The Golden Rule
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Texting Etiquette Do’s and Don’ts
Texting is quickly becoming the standard of choice for communication in our society. Here are a few tips to make sure you are following your manners when texting and not being rude: Don’t text while driving. It’s dangerous. A quick … Continue reading
Always Be a Good Ambassador
It is easy to forget we are always representing someone or something. It may be your family, your company, your school, or most importantly, and frequently overlooked, yourself. Whenever we are in public or on social media, it is imperative … Continue reading
Posted in Business Etiquette, Business Networking, Etiquette Tips, Social Etiquette
Tagged business etiquette, Etiquette Coach, etiquette lessons, Good ambassadors, good manners, good representation, manners, personal presentation, professional etiquette, reputation, self presentation
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Fast Food Restaurants: Know What You Want Before Approaching the Cashier
Fast food restaurants do their very best to deliver food fast. People patronize these restaurants because they expect to get their food quickly. Please help the restaurant maintain fast service by having an idea of what you want before you … Continue reading
Buffet Dining Etiquette: When May I Begin to Eat?
When food is served buffet style and you have a seated place setting, you may begin to eat when at least half of the number of guests seated at your table have returned from the buffet. It is not necessary … Continue reading
Workplace Germs
It’s the time of year when sounds of coughing and sneezing can be heard throughout the office. No one wants to catch the cold or flu, but what should we do if a co-worker is obviously fighting an illness? In … Continue reading
Should Wedding Gifts Be Returned if a Marriage Ends in Divorce?
Since Kim Kardashian announced her divorce after only 72 days of marriage, the big question on everyone’s mind is, “Will she return the wedding gifts?” Etiquette experts from all over the country are offering their advice on this topic and … Continue reading
Remarriage Introduction Etiquette
When second, third, or in Elizabeth Taylor’s case, eighth marriages occur, families and relationships are merged. As titles change, introductions may become awkward. Here are a few tips to help make these introductions less awkward and more respectful for everyone. … Continue reading