Category Archives: Business Etiquette

Dining Etiquette – When Is It Appropriate To Begin Eating?

Proper etiquette is to wait until your host or hostess has taken the first bite of their meal before you begin eating. This etiquette rule dates back to a time period before food was refrigerated.  The host or hostess would … Continue reading

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How To Remember Names After An Introduction

I am frequently asked for suggestions to help remember names after an introduction. 1. Repeat the name of the person you are being introduced to. This will help you remember the name and allow the person to correct you in … Continue reading

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After Hours and Weekend Business Attire

If you are going in to the office after hours or on the weekend, you should dress in casual business attire such as khakis and a button down or polo shirt.  Clothes should be clean and pressed just as they … Continue reading

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Making the Transition From Student to Professional – Accessories

There is much more than professional attire to consider when making the transition from student to professional. You must also evaluate your accessories. Carrying an old backpack with a college logo on it continues to identify you as a student. … Continue reading

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When a Coworker Has a Cold

Hopefully, most people who have a severe cold stay home to recover rather than going in to the office and risk spreading the cold to coworkers. Unfortunately, there are times when deadlines must be met or there are no more … Continue reading

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Shaking Hands When You Have A Cold

When I see someone enter a social or business event with watery eyes, a runny nose, and a box of tissues, I want to run in the other direction to avoid catching whatever it is they have. It is unfortunate … Continue reading

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How to Handle Unanswered RSVPs

One of the worst social or business etiquette blunders is not answering an RSVP.  The person who sent the invitation needs to know how many people to plan for. What should you do if you sent invitations with an RSVP … Continue reading

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Cell Phones Ringing at Inappropriate Times

I have previously posted on the topic of cell phone use during meals, meetings, performances, checkout lines, and funerals.  The basic rule is to turn the phone off or to a silence mode when attending any of these events. However, … Continue reading

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Chewing Gum Etiquette

There is nothing wrong with chewing gum if it is done quietly and discreetly. However, many people believe chewing gum is socially inappropriate. They most likely formed this opinion because so many people chew their gum with all the annoying … Continue reading

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Office Holiday Party Etiquette

In case you missed my segment about office party etiquette on Fox 45 this morning, here is a re-cap of holiday party do’s and don’ts. 1. Don’t pass up the invitation. Not everyone is comfortable attending parties, but your employer … Continue reading

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