Category Archives: Etiquette Tips

Networking Etiquette – Approaching A Group In Conversation

When approaching a group of people who are engaged in conversation, it is important to evaluate the situation before interrupting  the conversation. 1.  Read the body language. If people have their heads together and appear to be in a serious … Continue reading

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Driving Etiquette – Stopping In Right-Of-Ways

I understand the need to drop a passenger off at the door, unload or load your vehicle, ask for directions, or communicate with the driver of another vehicle. What I don’t understand is why people do these things in the … Continue reading

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Giving Compliments

When giving a compliment, it is important to be sincere. Try to be specific to what you are complimenting. “Great job!”, may be sincere, but, “You did a great job presenting the financial report!”, gives an understanding to what someone … Continue reading

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Compliment Fishing

It is impolite to fish, search, or ask for compliments. Compliments should only be given when the person giving the compliments feels they are justly deserved.

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How To Graciously Accept A Compliment

It is most important to receive a compliment graciously. Often people are too modest when receiving a compliment. However, rejecting a compliment is also rude because you are basically questioning the judgment of the person who gave the compliment. If … Continue reading

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How To Hold Or Carry Gloves

The subject matter of my posts often come from recent experiences in my life. This is how I selected today’s topic, “How To Hold Or Carry Gloves”. I am performing in a local community theater production and the chorus girls … Continue reading

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Business Networking – Speak With Everyone

When attending a networking function, don’t overlook anyone and try to speak with everyone – even if it’s very brief. Others will remember your kindness and your willingness to make them feel comfortable and included and will want to return … Continue reading

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Engagement “Congratulations”

It is improper to “congratulate” someone on their recent engagement.  By saying, “Congratulations!”, you are inferring you thought they might never find a mate and are therefore insulting them. When someone announces their engagement, you might want to say, “That’s … Continue reading

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Dining Posture

Proper posture is essential when dining. Sit with a straight back.  Lean forward from your hips ever so slightly as you bring your food from your plate to your mouth. Do not round the back or bring your head down … Continue reading

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Where Is Your Bread Plate And Water Glass?

It is not uncommon to see place settings very close together in an effort to seat as many people at one table as possible.  This is not the appropriate manner in which to set a table, but when we encounter … Continue reading

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