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Cheat Sheet / Updated 12-08-2022
Practicing proper etiquette means knowing the mechanics of dining, the correct amount to tip for a service, giving a gift graciously, and traveling with ease while exercising good manners.Etiquette tips for diningPeople usually think of the mechanics of eating when the word etiquette is mentioned and for good reason.
Mind your online P's and Q's with this expert digital manners guide Conducting yourself online can be challenging. It sometimes seems like the web and social media is tailor-made to cause upset and anger. But, with the right guide, anyone can learn how to be a beacon of civility and politeness online. In Digital Etiquette For Dummies, a team of online communication experts share their combined insights into improving your presence on social media, writing emails that exude positivity and clarity, behaving correctly in virtual meetings, and much more.
Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-08-2022
As you go about your day and navigate the world with virtual meetings and cellphone calls — and deciding whether to respond to your aunt's latest post on your social media — it’s important to know the best way to connect, meet, respond, call, post, chat, and more.Before you pick up your phone in a movie theater, respond to a chat message that has a tone you don't like, or send an email to your boss, see this Cheat Sheet for some tips and reminders designed to ensure that you're coming across in the way you intend — in the best light possible.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
When you've been invited to someone's home, giving the host a small gift (often called a hostess gift) is always a nice gesture, even if the invitation instructs you not to. Offering a bottle of wine, a flowering plant, or a gourmet food item is a considerate way to show your appreciation and display superb guest etiquette.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
Using a table napkin properly is more than just swiping at your mouth while eating spaghetti or some other messy food. Whether the napkin is made of paper or cloth, the manner of politely using it stays the same. After you're seated, wait for your host or guest of honor to pick up the napkin and place it on his lap.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
A guest's good manners (or party etiquette) includes knowing how to start a conversation — and how to participate in one. Knowing how to mingle with people at a party or other social function is the mark of a gracious guest who's always invited back. Understanding the basic principles of party etiquette can help you socialize better at any gathering, whether the social occasion is a dinner party or an office event.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
Going to funerals or memorial services can be uncomfortable for some people because of the emotions involved. Knowing what to do and say at funerals — and what to wear — can ease the discomfort. When in doubt about going, do try to attend the service. Generally, the more difficult the situation, the more the family will appreciate your presence and your words of support.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
When you move into an apartment, you'll eventually meet the building superintendent (or building supervisor). The "super" handles maintenance and repair for the apartment building — either alone or by managing a staff. Either way, the super and his or her staff are an important part of your life in an apartment, and you'll need to form a good relationship.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
In the United States, tipping is a voluntary practice in most places and is based upon your experience of a service or meal. Knowing how to tip gracefully is an important skill in etiquette. Here are some tipping suggestions: If you’ve received excellent service and food, you should tip 15 to 20 percent of the before-tax amount of the bill.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
Deciding on a gift for someone is a personal choice. Research and thought will make selecting a gift easier and more appropriate for the person and occasion. Remember the spirit of giving is what matters! Consider these gift-giving guidelines: When selecting a gift, consider the person’s hobbies and interests.
