Tag: etiquette
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How to Engage In Or Avoid A Political Conversation
So how do you respond when someone brings you into the conversation? How do you answer when they ask you for your opinion or who you’re going to vote for? Sharon Schweitzer, an international etiquette expert, author and founder of Protocol & Etiquette Worldwide, says you have options. You don’t want to respond Keeping your…
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Christmas Holiday Tipping: Who Do I Tip And How Much?
There’s the mailman, mail woman and the doorman, door woman, the pet sitter and personal trainer, not to forget the housekeeper, home healthcare worker and many others. So just who do you tip this holiday season and how much? Sharon Schweitzer, an international etiquette expert, author, and the founder of Protocol & Etiquette Worldwide, offers…
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5 Ways Conversation Could Get You Punched In The Mouth
Take it from the queen of verbal mishaps, there may not be a right way to start a conversation but on the wrong day, a poor choice of words could get your tongue snatched out of your mouth. Believe me when I say, you do not want that problem on your hands. So, to minimize…
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A Newbie Guide To Proper Ordering And Eating Steak
The best steakhouse and seafood restaurant in town is not like other dining establishments. There are some simple guidelines to keep in mind when you’re dining in one: The first rule is that if you’re going for a steak,it’s best to go to one of the best steakhouses in town. Cheaper places offer tasteless food,…
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Do’s And Don’ts Of Political Conversations
We live in one of the most politically heated times in history. Expressing your point of view is a personal decision and can be tricky. Although conversations may start out benign, they can quickly become a toxic dialogue. Sharon Schweitzer, an international etiquette expert, author, and the founder of Access to Culture, says there are…
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International Etiquette Expert, Sharon Schweitzer Shares Father’s Day Ideas
Without him, you would not have known how to change a flat tire, nor the difference between a socket wrench and a ratchet wrench. His insights on sports led you to your favorite team. He’s always been there with a helping hand and now with the approach of Father’s Day on Sunday, June 19th, take…
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Small Talk Vineyards on how to Master the art of “Small Talk”
Anyone who’s been caught at a wedding reception or a cocktail party discussing recent changes in the weather knows that these situations can quickly go from bad to worse and that making small talk isn’t as easy as it sounds. Conversations with strangers can sometimes be stilted and uncomfortable, often resulting in a mad dash…