Category Archives: Etiquette Tips

Business Networking – Name Badges

It is recommended you place your name tag on your right shoulder for best visibility. Theoretically, when you shake hands with someone, their eye will be in line with your right shoulder allowing your name to be easily seen.

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Professional Dress – Building a Wardrobe

Clients frequently ask me how to build a professional wardrobe without going into serious debt. This question is most common among college students preparing to enter the corporate workforce. It is not necessary to own a lot of tailored clothes … Continue reading

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Straw Slurping

Do you know when your glass is empty or are you a straw slurper? You know what I’m talking about. We all did it as children. Unfortunately, many people missed the message that it is not proper etiquette to slurp … Continue reading

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Telephone Etiquette – Voice Messages

It’s important to update your professional voice message regularly. If you are frequently out of the office, you should change the message daily so a caller knows when to expect your return call and doesn’t move on to your competitor. … Continue reading

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Telephone Etiquette – Answering a Business Phone

A customer will make a judgement about your company within the first seven seconds of initial contact. You want to make this first impression good. The person answering the phone should sound professional, speak clearly, be courteous, and be attentive … Continue reading

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Dog Walking Etiquette

I adore dogs! They greet you with happiness, unconditional love, and wagging tails every time you come home. Dogs are truly mankind’s best friend. Why is it people give these wonderful animals such a bad reputation by allowing them to … Continue reading

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07/07/07 May Be Lucky For Wedding Guests Too!

Reception halls and churches have been booked for over a year by couples who believe 07/07/07 is a lucky day to celebrate their weddings. “Time” magazine declared this date to be “the most popular wedding day ever”. Hopefully, a few … Continue reading

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Perfume Etiquette in the Workplace

The history of perfume dates back to ancient times when it was used for both medicinal and hygienic purposes. At that time, good aromas were associated with good health – so to smell good meant you were healthy or healing. … Continue reading

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Basic Cell Phone Etiquette

Cell phone use is quickly climbing to the top of America’s pet peeve list. It’s a shame a device so useful in emergencies, security, and business communications can be so annoying when used without following simple etiquette rules. Most recently, … Continue reading

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How to Salute the American Flag

As we observe our nation’s birthday, and everday, it’s important to remember the proper way to salute the American flag. The U.S. Flag Code, Title 4, Section 9, states the protocol for saluting the American flag by citizens, those in … Continue reading

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