Everywhere you look, people are on cell phones. In the grocery stores, restaurants, movie theatres, shopping malls and doctor’s offices, people are talking (or texting) on their phone. Just the other day I saw a woman jogging in the park with a cell phone up to her ear. It just looked odd to me somehow. [...]
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Mamas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow up to be Clods!
I live in a community that is known for its beautiful scenery, slow living pace and romance. We are not known for our great customer service, and I can see that we’re really not putting our best foot forward.Every summer my grandson comes to stay with me to take a two-week swimming class at the local [...]
Giveaway to Celebrate National Etiquette Week!
Happy National Etiquette Week! To celebrate, as promised, I’m posting etiquette tips, interactive quizzes, and more this week! To kick off our celebration of good manners, I’m announcing the first annual “Miss Maggie’s Manners Moment Giveaway”! The winner will receive the Cognito card set. Cognito-Modern Wisdom for Dining & Social Etiquette contains 52 illustrated cards presented in [...]
The Etiquette of Giving and Receiving Business Cards
When you give someone your business card, you’re introducing yourself on paper. A business card is a representation of who you are so be sure that the card is in pristine condition before you hand it over. You wouldn’t wear a wrinkled suit to an interview, would you? Presenting your business card Always present your [...]
Outclass the Competition with Simple Interview Etiquette
“You wouldn’t believe how many people applied for this job! The competition is fierce. I’m so nervous about the interview.” Emily looked miserable. If this young lady was going to impress anyone, her confidence needed a serious boost. I decided to level with her. “Emily, you are absolutely correct. The competition IS fierce. That’s why [...]
Do we need a manners makeover?
Has rudeness become a way of life? Are we so busy that we don’t have time to say “please” and “thank you” anymore? Have we forgotten the simple courtesies that set us apart from the animal kingdom? Here is a list of simple courtesies (gentle reminders?) that will win you friends and earn you points [...]
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