Better Late Than Never

by | Jan 9, 2019 | Did You Know, Did You Know Featured

Do you know how to write a belated thank you note?

Did you forget to say thank you for a holiday gift? Thank you notes should ideally be sent within 48 hours, but it is never too late to say thank you! Expressing gratitude is a powerful opportunity to be remembered well. Learn how to write a belated thank you note in this tip!

Buffet Lines

by | Nov 29, 2018 | Did You Know, Did You Know Topics

Did you know that kids should not go first?

Many of us enjoy buffets with family around the holidays, and we often let kids go through the line first. Making hungry kids wait is not the most enjoyable task, but did you know that kids who can balance a plate and serve themselves should NOT go first through a buffet line? Learn who should go first in this tip!

Electronic Guilt Tipping

by | Nov 5, 2018 | Did You Know, Did You Know Topics

Did you know that you do not always have to tip when asked?

The clerk at your favorite bakery, food truck, or coffee shop swipes your credit card and spins an electronic screen around that asks whether you want to tip. Do you select 15%, 20%, or 25% for being handed a pre-made sandwich? Or do you select “no tip” under the awkward gaze of the clerk? Learn how to respond to electronic tip requests in this tip!

Food Preferences

by | Oct 12, 2018 | Did You Know, Did You Know Topics

Did you know that there is a way to handle food requirements at an event?

If you have a dietary issue, the standard etiquette was to let your host know at the point of R.S.V.P. After all, no one wants to call 911 due to an unknown, life-threatening reaction to nuts. However, as food awareness in the U.S. has expanded this rule has changed. Learn how to navigate your dietary needs when dining with others in this tip!

Are You a Space Invader?

by | Sep 11, 2018 | Did You Know, Did You Know Topics

Did you know that personal space extends from 1.5 to 4 feet away?

If you have had someone intrude on your personal space, you know how hard it is to think about anything other than regaining your comfort zone. In fact, the maintenance of personal space appears to be a very basic survival mechanism. Learn why we respond so strongly to space invaders and how to effectively navigate personal space in this tip!

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