Category Archives: Etiquette Tips

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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Responsibilities of an Usher – Wedding Etiquette

If you are asked to be an usher in a wedding, the groom or couple most likely asked you because they value your relationship, trust you, and respect you.  It is an honor to be involved in the most celebrated … Continue reading

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Tipping the Hotel Bellman

If a bellman helps you with your luggage, he or she should be tipped $1 for each bag.  Never tip less than a total of $2. For example, if the bellman helps you with only one bag, tip a minimum … Continue reading

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Wedding Invitations – Inviting a Single Person and Their Guest

If you are inviting a single man or woman to your wedding, it is not mandatory, but quite polite to invite them to bring a guest.  If you know they are in a serious relationship with someone, then you should … Continue reading

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What Does “A`la carte” Mean?

A`la carte means each item on the menu is priced separately. For example, if you order a steak and want a salad and twice baked potato as well, you will be charged a separate price for each item ordered.

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