Category Archives: Etiquette Tips

Non-verbal Communicaton – Your Stance

People form an opinion about you within the first seven seconds of visual contact with you. It is imperative you are always aware of your body language to give a good first impression. When standing, consider the following guidelines: 1. … Continue reading

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Umbrellas and Professional Dress

I am frequently asked if it is appropriate to carry an umbrella in any color other than black in a professional environment. Yes, the only situations which would require black umbrellas only would be a black tie event or a … Continue reading

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Lighting Candles on the Dinner Table

The candles on a dinner table should not be lit before dusk. Candles should not be on the table at all if the entire meal is to be consumed during daylight hours. The reasoning behind this etiquette rule goes back … Continue reading

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Tucking Your Tie in Your Pants

In the past week, I have seen more ties tucked into pants than I wish to see in a lifetime. Gentlemen, do not tuck your ties into your pants.  If the tie is long enough to tuck in, there are … Continue reading

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Serving Soup

There are two different types of soup bowls. Each of these bowls serves a function for the type of soup being served. 1. Cream soup bowl. This bowl is low and somewhat flat with a one inch rim around the … Continue reading

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Taking Medications in Professional Settings

At some time, everyone needs to take medication during the workday. Perhaps it is for something as minor as a headache or it could be an ongoing health issue such as taking insulin for diabetes. Whatever reason the medication is … Continue reading

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Passing Food at the Table

Serving platters, bread baskets, and other food items are always passed in a counterclockwise direction or to your right. This will help to alleviate any traffic jams. Also, by receiving the food with your left hand, your right hand is … Continue reading

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Dining Etiquette – Sharing Food at the Table

It is impolite to eat food from another diner’s plate.  If you would like to sample or share food from another diner’s plate, hand your fork to the other person who should place the food on the fork and hand … Continue reading

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Dining Etiquette – Difficult Foods – Bacon

If the bacon is cooked to a soft, limp texture, it should be eaten with a knife and fork. If the bacon is cooked to a crispy texture, it may be eaten with your fingers.

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Professional Presentation – Eye Contact

In my children’s etiquette classes, I require each student to give a short presentation standing in front of a small group. During the presentation, I require them to have eye contact with every person present. Professionals should do the same … Continue reading

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