7 Non-Obvious Covid-Era Etiquette Tips
We may not be hanging out in the same rooms together, but over the past year, getting used to new ways of interacting with other people has spawned a whole new set of rules of engagement.
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How to Write the Perfect Thank You Note
If ever there was a time to send thank you notes, it’s now that the holiday season is over, the new year is off to a good start and 2020 (as difficult as it was) is in the rearview mirror. This is a time for reflection on the past and planning for the year ahead. 2020 was extraordinary in that circumstances, both good and bad, offered moments of gratitude and grace.
How to Write a Thank You Note After a Funeral
After the death of a loved one, attending to the niceties of etiquette might be the last thing you want to do. Nevertheless, it’s an important part of life to acknowledge others’ kindness in times of grief and hardship.
How to Hold a Spoon
Although proper spoon use varies from culture to culture, you can learn a universal way to hold a spoon to allow for the widest field of motion.
How to Hold a Fork
Proper table etiquette may vary depending on where you are. There are two traditional Western schools of eating with a fork and knife: the European “continental” style, and the American “cut-and-switch” or “zig-zag” style.
How to Be Polite on the Phone
Author: Wikihow | Co – Author/ Expert Contributor: Tami Claytor Understanding proper telephone etiquette is an important skill to have no matter what you do professionally. Whether having a casual conversation with a friend or talking to someone for business reasons, there are ways you can ensure that you are being polite. Part 1 Using […]
How to Be Nice to a Mean Person
Author: Wikihow | Co – Author/ Expert Contributor: Tami Claytor Let’s be honest, the last thing you probably want to give a mean person is your kindness. When someone makes rude comments to you or acts in hurtful ways, it can be tempting to give it right back. However, there’s truly no satisfaction like the […]
How to Be a Good House Guest
Author: Wikihow | Co – Author/ Expert Contributor: Tami Claytor When visiting someone’s home, whether they’re a close family member, a friend, or a colleague, it is important to be a gracious guest. Your manners could make all the difference between a pleasant stay or a disastrous one. Be polite in order to ensure that […]
How to Answer the Phone at Work
Author: Wikihow | Co – Author/ Expert Contributor: Tami Claytor Projecting a professional image at work is important for career success. Answering the telephone is something that almost every employee does, regardless of his or her position in the company. Answering the right way will project a positive tone, help the caller feel comfortable, and […]
How to Avoid Coming off As Pretentious
Author: Wikihow | Co – Author/ Expert Contributor: Tami Claytor If you have been called pretentious, people probably think you are arrogant, a know-it-all, smug, or superior. People have a hard time connecting with a person they feel is judging and preaching on the top of a pedestal. You will be seen as more relatable […]
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