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Alternative Ways to Read Our Business Etiquette Posts

Tweet Google recently announced that they are  closing Google Reader on July 1, 2013. For those of you who are subscribed to our blog feed to stay on top of our business etiquette articles, here are a few options for you. If you read your RSS feeds on different devices, or locations (at home, at work, [...]

International Women’s Day

Celebrate the Women in Your Life this Month

Tweet International Women’s Day has been observed since the early 1900s. It was in 1908, more than 100 years ago, that 15,000 women took a stand—marching through the streets of New York City, demanding better working conditions and the right to vote.  Every year since that day, on March 8, we celebrate women’s achievements throughout [...]

Single on Valentine’s Day

Flying Solo: Valentine’s Day Tips for Singles

Tweet Just because you’re single on Valentines Day doesn’t mean you have to miss out on an opportunity to do something special. Defy Cupid this year with these Valentine’s etiquette tips for single guys and gals – and make Valentine’s Day 2013 a day to remember!     Plan ahead – Prepare a plan of [...]

3 Habits to Start Creating Today: Your 2013 Manners Makeover

Tweet If you’re the kind of person who makes New Year’s resolutions, I have a challenge for you this year. As you go about your day, incorporate these three “manners makeover” habits to set a new standard for interacting with others —whether in business or personal. Be fully present – In the words of the [...]

11 Etiquette Tips for Your Holiday Party

Tweet It’s office holiday party time again! Here are a few tips to make sure you have fun, without forgetting that it’s a business event. If you’re attending a social gathering this holiday season, hosted by a business colleague, remember these tips:   Don’t skip the party. If you’re invited to an office party, show [...]

To Gift or Not to Gift: Office Gift Giving Etiquette Tips

Tweet During the holidays, the rules for gift giving in the workplace are tricky. Many people are simply unsure of the protocol when it comes to inter-cubicle gift giving. How much should I spend on a coworker? Should I buy for my boss? What should I buy my staff?  All of these questions are common [...]