Category Archives: Etiquette Tips

Telephone Etiquette – Personal Announcements

Posted on July 25, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

I spend a great deal of time preparing graduates for their job search. One subject we discuss in depth is the personal announcement on their phone. What may have been fun while attending school is not going to make the … Continue reading →

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Etiquette at the Hair Salon

Posted on July 24, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

Practicing good etiquette is more than knowing where your fork is or how to make introductions. It is a part of everything we do and say everyday. Etiquette shows respect for others as well as for yourself. Today, I told … Continue reading →

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Tattoos in the Workplace

Posted on July 23, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

Tattoos are becoming very fashionable.  However, your employer may not agree and your chances of getting a job or getting promoted could be jeopardized. Employers have the right to hire individuals who will best represent the image of their company.  … Continue reading →

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Dining Etiquette – Dropped Utensils

Posted on July 22, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

Should you drop a utensil on the floor, do not pick it up and place it back on the table.  You do not want to place germs or dirt from the floor on your dining surface. Simply ask the waiter … Continue reading →

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Dining Etiquette – How to Eat French Fries

Posted on July 21, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

I am frequently asked, “How do I eat french fries? With a fork or with my fingers?” This question is very common among my college students who consider french fries a staple vegetable item. If you are dining in a … Continue reading →

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Etiquette for Escalators and Moving Sidewalks

Posted on July 20, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

Escalators and moving sidewalks are wonderful people movers.  Because they never stop, we rarely have to wait in line to get on and they get us to where we’re going with much ease and greater speed. Just as we must … Continue reading →

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Office Restroom Etiquette

Posted on July 19, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

Employees should not expect someone to clean up after them when using the office restroom. Everyone should contribute to the general cleaniness of the restroom by following these general guidelines: 1. Throw paper towels in the waste basket. Do not … Continue reading →

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Social Faux Pas – Professional Advice at a Social Event

Posted on July 18, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

I would like to address the act of seeking professional advice at a social event. I’m not sure if people do this because it’s an inexpensive means of getting professional consultation or it’s just convenient. Either reason, it places the … Continue reading →

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Where is My Bread Plate?

Posted on July 17, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

Many times banquet tables are very crowded and have no clear separation between place settings.  As people sit down, they are confused about which bread plate or water glass belongs to them. Here is an easy way to remember how … Continue reading →

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Supermarket Express Lane Cheaters

Posted on July 16, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

I was at a local supermarket this morning in hopes of getting in and out of the store quickly. I found my two items in no time and approached the checkout. This particular supermarket is known for always having an … Continue reading →

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