Category Archives: Etiquette Tips

Do Not Talk When the Teacher is Speaking

Students are returning to school classrooms throughout the country. There is an excitement in the air with all the newness of teachers, classmates, activities and goals for the year. Floors are shiny, writing boards are clean, desks are in order … Continue reading

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Difficult Foods – How to Eat a Quesadilla

A large quesadilla served as an entree should be eaten with a knife an fork.

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How To Shake Hands With A Disabled Person

When introducing yourself or being introduced to a disabled person whose right hand or arm is deformed or missing, extend your right hand as usual for a handshake.  Allow the disabled person to either respond with their left hand or … Continue reading

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Tipping Bartenders

Whether you are socializing at the bar or waiting for a table, the bartender should be tipped between 15 and 20 percent of the bar tab. Please don’t forget to tip the bartender if your tab is transfered to your … Continue reading

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How To Answer, “How are you?”

As I approached a cashier at the checkout counter today, she greeted me with a smile and asked, “How are you?”  I responded by saying, “I’m fine, thank you. How are you?”  I expected to hear the usual, “Fine, thanks.” … Continue reading

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Difficult Foods – Mussels

Mussels are only considered difficult to eat when served in the their shells. If you follow these simple guidelines, you may not find them to be a difficult food. 1. Holding the mussel shell with one hand, remove the mussel … Continue reading

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Golf Etiquette – Exiting the Bunker

I have written about making the bunker presentable as if no one had ever entered it after hitting the ball out of the bunker. (September 2, 2007) Today, I would like to address what you should do after exiting the … Continue reading

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Telephone Etiquette – Don’t Relay Too Much Information When Answering the Phone

On numerous occasions, I have been given more information than I need when calling a business or a residence. When asking to speak with a certain individual, I only need to know if they are available to speak with me … Continue reading

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Funeral Etiquette – The Cemetery

The decision to go to the cemetery after the funeral service is an individual one usually based on your relationship with the family. Upon arriving at the cemetery, park and leave your vehicle to gather at the grave site as … Continue reading

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Chinese Dining Etiquette – Slurping and Burping

From a very young age, American children are taught not to make noises such as slurping or burping at the table while dining.  In the Chinese culture, these sounds are considered compliments to the host when made while dining. For … Continue reading

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