Category Archives: Business Etiquette

Umbrellas and Professional Dress

I am frequently asked if it is appropriate to carry an umbrella in any color other than black in a professional environment. Yes, the only situations which would require black umbrellas only would be a black tie event or a … Continue reading

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Taking Medications in Professional Settings

At some time, everyone needs to take medication during the workday. Perhaps it is for something as minor as a headache or it could be an ongoing health issue such as taking insulin for diabetes. Whatever reason the medication is … Continue reading

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Beepers and Pagers

Humans are not supposed to beep or buzz.  Why is it so many people are emitting these noises in public places?  Could it be they have acquired newly attached technical appendages? We are bombarded with so many unwanted noises on … Continue reading

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Returning Business Phone Calls

Business phone calls should be returned within the same business day unless advised otherwise. If you know you will be in a meeting all day or you are working off site for the day and will not have access to … Continue reading

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Office Coffee

Unless making coffee is in a secretary’s job description, he or she is not expected to have coffee ready in the morning or any other time of the day.  It is also not the job of any female employee. If … Continue reading

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How to Deal With Homosexuality in the Workplace

Despite a strong movement to dissolve a bias against homosexuals in our country, many companies and individuals still remain closed minded about the topic. It is in the best interest of both heterosexuals and homosexuals to keep your personal life … Continue reading

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Business Dining – Dining Conversation

Business dining offers an opportunity to build relationships with clients or coworkers. The host should initiate conversation by asking casual, open ended questions about their guests such as “Tell me about where you live.”, “Where did you grow up?”, “Where … Continue reading

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Business Dining – Meeting Your Guests

When entertaining business clients at a restaurant, plan to arrive 10 to 15 minutes before the reservation time. This allows you to check on the table and give the maitre d’ any last minute instructions. Greet your guest at the … Continue reading

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Business Etiquette – Keep Your Car Clean

Visual Perceptions can make or break you.  One visual perception frequently overlooked is your car.  I’m not suggesting you run out and purchase a BMW or Mercedes, but wouldn’t we all love to.  What I am suggesting is you maintain … Continue reading

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Arrival Time for a Meeting

To ensure a meeting begins at the scheduled time, all parties should arrive 3 to 5 minutes before the scheduled time. Never arrive more than 10 minutes before the scheduled time. It may be perceived you do not have enough … Continue reading

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