Category Archives: Etiquette Tips

E-mail Etiquette – Sending Bad News

Avoid sending bad news in an e-mail. Think about the reaction the recipient might have to the news of a death, loss of job, or critical accident.  They shouldn’t be alone when receiving such information. When receiving bad news, hearing … Continue reading

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Put The Toilet Seat Down – Couples Etiquette

Theoretically, what goes up, should come down.  This is the backbone of the toilet seat issue.  It is most courteous to always put the seat down after lifting it for use. Gentlemen, I’m speaking to you because women have no … Continue reading

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Is It Miss or Ms.?

The proper term to use for a single young lady under 21 is Miss.  When she turns 21, the proper term is Ms. If she is under 21 and married, you would use the term Mrs.

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Learn From Others

It is so easy to become frustrated when your expectations are not met when interacting with others.  For example, a sales associate is slow at the checkout or a technician can’t immediately tell you why your computer is not working. … Continue reading

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“Thank You” Can Make A Spiritual Connection

A prayer is a means of communicating on a spiritual level.  Prayers do not need to be lengthy or complicated.  Two words imperative to proper etiquette can also be a very simple prayer.  These two words are thank you. Saying … Continue reading

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Is It Appropriate To Request Cash For A Wedding Gift?

It is never appropriate to request a gift of any kind for any occasion.  A gift is the sole choice of the person or people giving it. Many engaged couples have asked how they can let their guests know their … Continue reading

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The Engagement Party

Traditionally, an engagement party is hosted by the bride’s parents to announce and celebrate the good news with close friends and family.  Today, an engagement party may be hosted by anyone close to the couple including the couple themselves. The … Continue reading

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Don’t Be A Whiner

It doesn’t matter if it’s a sporting event, social event, or business function, nobody enjoys being in the company of a whiner. A whiner can suck the joy out of anything faster than the old Hoover upright can vacuum the … Continue reading

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Telephone Etiquette: In Person vs. On the Phone

The other day, I was trying to have a business conversation with a receptionist at a doctor’s office.  I had several important questions I needed answers for.  Every time I completed a question, the phone rang and the receptionist answered … Continue reading

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Always Have a Tissue Handy

It’s that time of year again when our noses tend to do more than we consciously ask of them.  They run, sneeze, tickle, and clog up.  Most annoyingly, they do these things at the most inconvenient times such as when … Continue reading

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