7 Old Fashioned Etiquette Rules to Still Use Today Times change and etiquette rules may evolve with the times. But many etiquette rules never go out of style. While dozens more could be added to the list below, here are 7 old fashioned etiquette rules to still use today. You will be perceived as professional, courteous and respectful. 1. Be on time. It’s never… Read More
Airplane Etiquette and Courtesies to Keep Doing After 3 years of NOT flying, I’ve done 3 domestic roundtrip flights in the past 5 months. I was curious what I would encounter among my fellow passengers in the way of airplane etiquette and courtesies. Although it’s not uncommon to hear in the news of an occasional unruly passenger, I was actually surprised—in a… Read More
6 Musts for a Thank-you Note You know those holiday gifts you received? Well, quick…dig through your stationery drawer and grab some thank you notes. It’s not too late. Here are 6 musts for a perfect thank-you note. It will make your recipients’ day and put a smile on their face to find your handwritten note in their mailbox. To begin… Read More
7 Business Etiquette Rules to Use in the Office Post-pandemic If you’re working back in the office again post-pandemic, here are 7 business etiquette rules to use in the office again. Several of my clients shared with me that they aren’t sure what’s okay when it comes to business etiquette in the office again. Have the boundaries changed? Do the rules need to be rewritten?… Read More
Proper Eating Etiquette – Post-pandemic Proper eating etiquette – post-pandemic – is essential to give a good impression and to show respect to others. During the pandemic, when restaurant and business meals were mostly non-existent, proper eating etiquette may have gotten a bit rusty. So, now as dinner parties, restaurant meals, and business dinners have resumed, let’s look at some… Read More
When to Stand and Why – 4 rules Knowing when to stand and why is part of good business etiquette and social manners. I was reminded of this recently at a local Chamber of Commerce luncheon. When I arrived at my assigned table, two men who were already seated and whom I did not know, stood. I was totally impressed. I had not… Read More
Business Meet and Greet: how to make small talk again The Business Meet and Greet is Back…In-Person! Finally, after over 18 months of lockdown and remote events. But. from what I’m hearing, people are struggling with how to make small talk again. I recently ventured out for two such in-person business meet and greet events. It felt wonderful! It was good to interact with… Read More
How to Move Forward: Wear the Cute Shoes Wear the Cute Shoes Today I wore my cute shoes. The leopard-print flats from a dusty shoebox that’s been on my closet shelf for over 10 months. Was I wearing them to go to work? Or to coffee with a colleague? No, I work from home and had no special event to attend. I was… Read More
Post COVID Office Etiquette You Need To Know There is some post-COVID office etiquette you need to know if you plan to return to your office soon. To begin with, gone are the days when chatting closely around the water cooler was the norm. Or high-fiving someone in the hallway. Anyone who works in an office now is mindful of social distancing and… Read More
Etiquette Mistakes at Retail Stores During Covid-19 Etiquette Mistakes at Retail Stores During Covid-19 In our new normal, nothing is, well, normal. That includes shopping at retail stores. We try to stand six feet apart while browsing or waiting in the check-out line. We try not to touch and feel clothing items on the rack. But, customers make etiquette mistakes at retail… Read More