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Category Archives: Etiquette Tips
Re-gifting
We give gifts because we value our relationships with family, friends, co-workers and acquaintances who help us throughout the year. A gift shows our appreciation and/or love and brings joy and pleasure to the recipient. The act of giving a … Continue reading
Receiving Unwanted Gifts
It’s the time of year for exchanging gifts. Hopefully, you’ll receive gifts you can use and enjoy. Unfortunately, we’ve all received the occasional gift that makes us wonder, “What were they thinking? Here are a few helpful tips to handle … Continue reading
Chewing Gum in School
It has been brought to my attention a school district is considering to make a ruling on whether or not chewing gun is allowed in school. As I mentioned in an earlier posting regarding chewing gum, there is nothing inherently … Continue reading
Cell Phones Ringing at Inappropriate Times
I have previously posted on the topic of cell phone use during meals, meetings, performances, checkout lines, and funerals. The basic rule is to turn the phone off or to a silence mode when attending any of these events. However, … Continue reading
Hosting a Dinner When the Electricity Goes Out
I was attending a large corporate holiday party in Chicago and had to negotiate my way through an ice and snow storm to get to the event. A challenge most Chicagoans are use to. Just as the guests began to … Continue reading
Duplicate Attire at a Social Event
Ladies are more vulnerable than men to arrive at a social event to find another person wearing the same attire they have on. It is very frustrating because most women shop high and low to find the perfect outfit to … Continue reading
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Toasting for Non-Drinkers
Toasting is very common at holiday celebrations, weddings, and social office gatherings. To participate in a toast, you do not have to drink alcohol. What matters is having a beverage glass to raise and sip from. No one will notice … Continue reading
Dining Etiquette – Demitasse Cup and Saucer
The word demitasse comes from the French language and means half cup. The actual size of a demitasse cup is half the size of a regular coffee cup. This small cup is used to serve strong specialty coffees such as … Continue reading
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Chewing Gum Etiquette
There is nothing wrong with chewing gum if it is done quietly and discreetly. However, many people believe chewing gum is socially inappropriate. They most likely formed this opinion because so many people chew their gum with all the annoying … Continue reading
Office Holiday Party Etiquette
In case you missed my segment about office party etiquette on Fox 45 this morning, here is a re-cap of holiday party do’s and don’ts. 1. Don’t pass up the invitation. Not everyone is comfortable attending parties, but your employer … Continue reading