Tip well but safely Nov 22, 2009
Holiday bonuses are generally reserved for people you've relied on for at least six months, said Mary Mitchell, author of "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Business Etiquette." So don't feel obligated to tip a hairdresser you've only been to a few times ... Business etiquette author Mitchell suggests thanking the person for bearing with you during these tough times. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
A guide to holiday tipping during a downturn Nov 19, 2009
And holiday bonuses are generally reserved for people you've relied on for at least six months, said Mary Mitchell, author of "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Business Etiquette." So don't feel obligated to tip a hairdresser you've only been to a few times ... Business etiquette author Mitchell suggests thanking the person for bearing with you during these tough times. (MSNBC -- Business)
The Greyhound Editorial: Life After Loyola program a help to seniors entering tough economy Nov 11, 2009
In addition to these seminars on practical skills, participating seniors will also benefit from sessions focused on networking and business etiquette. Interviewing, workplace etiquette, job searching, and techniques on how to negotiate a salary and ask for a raise are all topics proposed for discussion at the January 2010 Life After Loyola program. (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
150 officers from govt agencies to be appointed APEC liaison officers Oct 30, 2009
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Olin graduates fare well despite tough economy Sep 9, 2009
In addition, the Weston Career Center recently published a new comprehensive Career Guide with nearly 50 pages of tips on rsums, business etiquette, interviews, the follow-up process and receiving and negotiating job offers. No Comments Yet. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
Learn small talk Aug 20, 2009
Talk about what you know, says Sue Thompson, who conducts personality and business etiquette training for Set Free Life Seminars. Don't Miss. (CNN)
Store clerks who text and field calls may turn off waiting customers Aug 16, 2009
Here s where business etiquette comes in ... E-mail questions about business etiquette to. (Boston Globe)
Grooming schools help candidates Aug 3, 2009
NEW DELHI: What do you do for candidates who come to interviews armed with everything except confidence, communications skills and business etiquette ... "Most people assume that anyone with a degree in MBA, IT or law can sail through life. But statistics reveal that you require 15 percent technical skills and 85 percent of a mix of social etiquette, business etiquette and dining etiquette to advance in your career or personal life," Warrick said ... What do you do for candidates who come to... (India Times)
Web-based brush-offs a bit easier Aug 2, 2009
Cindy Grosso, another business etiquette consultant, is a more moderate user of social networks. When she does use them, it's more for business purposes. (Modesto Bee, CA)
PHS kicks off CREST program Jul 24, 2009
She said Dr. Terry Roach from Arkansas State University taught a seminar on business etiquette and dressing for success. Cripps said students will be applying the skills taught from Roach s seminar during Friday s luncheon. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Online Language School, Innovative Language Learning, Celebrates Impressive Milestone - Over 65 Million Podcast Downloads Jul 9, 2009
Understanding that language is inseparable from culture, there is a heavy emphasis on culture-rich lessons, from incorporating culture on table manners to business etiquette; the result: fun and interesting podcasts that students from ages 8 to 72 are downloading at a frenzied pace. Dedicated students are blogging about ILL's services. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Around North County, June 28 Jun 27, 2009
Business etiquette lunch ... Phyllis Davis, founder of the American Business Etiquette Trainers Association, will discuss desirable personal traits for your industry, community and social circle. (North County Times)
Open-plan driving you mad? Jun 23, 2009
According to Tracey Hodgkins, a business etiquette expert and chief executive of the Australian Experiential Learning Centre in Perth, odds are that the guy a few desks up who drives you nuts with chatter may have no idea ... Zip itTry business etiquette expert Tracey Hodgkins's tips to stop you being the office noise pest. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Names in the News Jun 21, 2009
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New office faux pas: Texting during meetings Jun 16, 2009
Business etiquette coach Barbara Pachter said there is a "learning curve" to new technology such as BlackBerries. "We're still at that point where we're being rude," she said, adding that people's behavior is likely to improve in the next year or two. (MSNBC -- Business)
DEAR ABBY: Boss, assistant differ on thank-you Jun 1, 2009
Dear Who Thanks Who: I understand your frustration because no one wants to be taken for granted, but you are confusing business etiquette with social etiquette. Your boss isn't entertaining those people because he likes them. (Florida Today)
Stimulus grant helps put area youth to work May 16, 2009
The program includes one week of pre-employment orientation where the applicants will learn about career opportunities, workplace safety and CPR, business etiquette and basic job requirements. Worksite supervisors will interview applicants. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Profile: Scientist-turned-entrepreneur gives water back its sparkle May 14, 2009
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Job seekers, court your references carefully May 12, 2009
"If you knew the person only peripherally, that's how they're going to speak about you," said Peter Post, director of The Emily Post Institute and an expert on business etiquette. TIP 2: Draft talking points and recommendation letters for busy references. (AZCentral -- Business)
Cobb group grooms black youths for success Apr 17, 2009
After three years in the group, he is ahead of his peers in knowing business etiquette, how to dress for success, shake hands and start a conversation, network and interview for jobs. Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Business forum meets in Danvers to discuss etiquette Mar 28, 2009
The North Shore Business Forum features an expert on Business Etiquette, on April 3, at 7:30 a.m., at the Danversport Yacht Club, Route 62, Danvers. Marianne Cohen joined Mannersmith Etiquette Consulting in July 2004 as vice president responsible for client relations, marketing and special projects. (Danvers Herald, MA)
The boss' awful new book leaves employee feeling caught in a bind Mar 22, 2009
E-mail questions about business etiquette to etiquetteatwork@emilypost. com. (Boston Globe)
Career day to feature global business Mar 13, 2009
The event will begin Friday with a keynote speaker and a business etiquette dinner. On Saturday, students can participate in three round table discussions. (The Battalion, TX)
Job fears take toll on mental health Mar 13, 2009
Business etiquette expert Barbara Pachter cautioned that tempers can wear thin in a workplace filled with stressed-out, anxious employees. "The important thing to remember when you are harassed or attacked by someone is not to react in a way you will regret later," she said. (MSNBC -- Health)
Civility comes to Net Feb 21, 2009
"People are becoming outraged and they're becoming more vocal about it, about the kinds of things they're seeing on the Internet," says business etiquette expert Lydia Ramsey, who has written about how the careless use of e-mail can damage careers. "People are working hard to bring it back to a level of civility.". (Boston Globe)
Who should set the tone for a good morning at work? Feb 15, 2009
E-mail questions about business etiquette to. If your letter appears in this column, you will receive a copy of Peter Post's "The Etiquette Advantage in Business.". (Boston Globe)
Cell phones permeate personal moments Feb 7, 2009
Many people have lost sense of what's appropriate behavior, said , author of Career and Corporate Cool, and a business etiquette expert. As cell phones bend the boundaries of personal and public space, people literally take their lives with them and can frequently forget what's appropriate and what's incredibly inconsiderate, if not outright bizarre, she said. (MSNBC -- Technology)
