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Entertaining is fun – really?! Those are the words most people are thinking. Of course, everyone loves to be invited to a party in someone’s home, but to do it yourself –Unthinkable!! It isn’t as scary as it seems. I promise. There is one key word to keep in mind, and that word is Fun. Whether… (continue…)
When I was growing up, my mother and father taught me a lot when it came to manners and respecting others. One of my earliest memories is when we were visiting my Aunt Miriam. Yes, you heard me right – Aunt Miriam; one of my favorite names. My two brothers and myself were sitting in our… (continue…)
I was on Facebook and LinkedIn several years ago after a long day at work and a big networking event afterward. You have been there I’m sure; an evening event starts at 5:30 p.m. and ends at 7:00 p.m.– but not for you. You stay an extra hour, leaving no stone unturned. Even though I was exhausted… (continue…)
What three words have a total of only 14 letters yet carry a great deal of meaning? “Please” and “Thank You”. How do you feel when you get your mail and there is a card, clearly not junk mail. It is in a hand-written envelope with YOUR name on it. You look to see if… (continue…)
The social life of a dining etiquette professional is a lonely one. And let me tell you why. It doesn’t matter what the event, the minute someone finds out a person trains dining tutorials they say, “Oh, no, and she’s sitting with us!?” As if the Grim Reaper were sitting down next to them, or, another classic, “Do you… (continue…)
Okay, how many of you have been here? You’re at a business event and someone is coming over to talk to you. This is a person you have met not once, but at least twice, and should know their name. You lean over to your colleague and say “What is the name of the woman… (continue…)
Ah, the infamous Buffet Line. We’ve all been there, especially at many business events and Lunch N Learns. But is there such a thing as Buffet Etiquette? Of course there is. “Manners” may not be the first word that jumps into your head, but it does exist and helps us look good while refraining from… (continue…)
For me, going out to dinner is my favorite way to socialize with people that I know, and is a great way to meet new people. My husband and I used to run into the same person quite frequently while going out to dine. Like most people, we have our favorite spots and would see… (continue…)
Several years ago, I went to a networking event. Now, this was a new venue for me so, I thought I would try it out. As I walked into the event, John, we’ll call him, an extremely well-dressed gentleman entered with me. To my surprise, he had a stack of business cards, about three inches… (continue…)
It used to be impressive, very impressive, to own a cell phone. In the late 80’s, when cell phones were two feet long and weighed about five pounds, it was impressive to see someone set their cell phone on the dining or conference table – you KNEW they were important! Remember the 1987 movie, Wall… (continue…)
