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How to Handle Feeling Not Good Enough
We all face moments of being unsure of ourselves. Feeling inadequate or "not good enough" comes with the territory of being human.
Etiquette Tips for Left-handed Folks
While many left-handed people have a unique style for performing certain tasks, there are etiquette practices for blending in.
Always-do Table Manner Tips
As opposed to the things we never do while sharing a meal with others, there are things we should always do. Practice these at your next dinner party.
6 Categories of "Never-do" Table Manners
Whether your table manners are sophisticated or a little rough around the edges, there are some things you should simply never do when dining. Do you know what they are?
Etiquette Tips for Public Transit
Posted rules for public transit generally apply to safety and times of operation. But there are rules which are not posted: the etiquette rules left entirely to the individual for compliance.
Discussing Health Concerns with Friends and Family
When you have a loved one suffering from disease, injury, or other condition, how should you receive and respond to the health information shared with you?
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Going off of Social Media
Some people reach their limit with online busyness and decide to go off social media. Fortunately, there are methods for disengaging while keeping connections intact.
Why Text Messages Leave Room for Misinterpretation
While text messages are a convenient way to communicate, they also leave a lot of room for misinterpretation. But it is possible to circumvent this mishap.
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Is a Hostess Gift Always Necessary?
Whether it’s for a hostess or a host, a small gift is always in order when you’re invited to dinner, a gathering, or a special occasion.
How to Be a Delightful Houseguest
An invitation to stay for a weekend, or a few days ensures lots of fun. But it can be a gamble whether or not everyone will leave as friends.
A Meeting Agenda is a Show of Respect
Every meeting should be necessary and organized, otherwise it just feels like a waste of time. The best way to ensure this is to develop a meeting agenda.
A Candace Smith Etiquette Thanksgiving
Tradition sets aside this time of year to practice giving thanks, to gather people together, and to acknowledge those who contribute to our lives and well-being.
Leadership and Hosting are Analogous
When a leader assumes that his role will always involve hosting of some kind, respect and kindness are built into the equation.
Is Chewing Gum Ever Appropriate?
Whether or not chewing gum is appropriate depends on its level of privacy.
How to Avoid Rude Conversation Endings
Some situations call for a need to end a conversation before both parties feel ready. But how do you avoid having these abrupt endings come across as rude?
Communicating with Someone Who Has a Hearing Loss
Over one billion people are deaf or have some degree of hearing loss. Odds are you know someone who is experiencing this.
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Why is "May I Join You?" Such a Powerful Question
“May I join you?” is an influential question. It is immediately friendly, but at its foundation it reflects understanding and consideration.
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Etiquette and Cultural Diversity
Technology and communication create boundary-breaking possibilities at an amazing pace. This trend calls us to celebrate cultural diversity and aim for acceptance and understanding.
Ethics and Etiquette Go Hand-in-Hand
Both ethics and etiquette help us respectfully interact with each other. Both call on us to act morally.
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