Your personal appearance is not only an important factor in how you present yourself others, the way you dress reflects the importance you attach to the situations and people around you. If your clothes are unclean or wrinkled, you may appear to be careless and uninterested in the business situation or people you are interacting with. If you’re [...]
The Dos and Don’ts of Dining Etiquette in Business
If you have a business dinner coming up and you want to impress your boss or a potential client, you can avoid dining blunders–and ensure business success at the table–by following these dining etiquette tips. The Dos Do eat something before you go to dine with a client or someone higher in rank [...]
Toasting Etiquette Tips
Do you wish that you were one of those people who could deliver a clever toast at the drop of a hat? Do you resist the urge to stand and offer a toast because you aren’t sure of the proper etiquette and protocol? Composing and delivering a toast that is eloquent, poignant, heartfelt or even [...]
Preparing for Your Job Interview
Showing up for a job interview without preparation is like showing up for a final exam without studying! To provide a positive first impression—and ace your job interview—there are a few things you can do BEFORE the big day. Do your research. Find out everything you can about the organization where you’re interviewing. Combine that [...]
A Valentine’s Survival Guide for Couples
I know Valentine’s Day is here already, but here are some Valentines Day etiquette tips that will ensure a romantic and memorable evening (and keep everyone out of the dog house!) (Note: If you waited until today to buy a special Valentine’s Day card, you might be stuck with the leftover corny Valentine’s Day cards. [...]
How’s Your Business Email Etiquette?
With mobile technology today, it’s easy to scan an email, click “reply,” and send off a quick response without giving much thought to what you’ve written. And that can be dangerous. When it comes to business communication—regardless of the mode of delivery—professionalism and courtesy should always be the first rule of thumb. Here are some [...]
