Proper Etiquette Could Make or Break Careers May 30, 2008
Ellen Reddick, business etiquette and protocol expert for Impact Factory, presents workshops for the public and for companies who need to elevate their etiquette standards. She said no matter what profession students go in to, in the end, everyone is a businessperson and etiquette matters. (The Daily Universe, UT)
French Boardrooms Are All Shook Up as Private-Equity Funds End `Beffa Era' May 16, 2008
May 15 (Bloomberg) -- broke a tacit rule of French business etiquette last summer when his firm amassed shares of Saint-Gobain SA, the nation's oldest company, without seeking the consent of its chairman. Lafonta, 46, chief executive officer of , a private- equity fund that now owns 21 percent of Saint-Gobain, breached convention again in September when he called Beffa, 66, to say he wanted to help Europe's largest building-materials supplier boost profit. (Bloomberg)
US athletes learn what's right and wrong in China May 14, 2008
Athletes were referred to a Web site with more than 100 "awareness tips" on everything from business etiquette to table manners to shopping for clothes. For instance, it is considered polite to hand a business card to a new contact with both hands, preferably with the writing facing the person receiving the card. (Erie Times-News, PA)
You can't beat asking point-blank sometimes May 11, 2008
E-mail questions about business etiquette to bizmanners@globe. com; fax to 617-929-3183; or mail to Etiquette at Work, The Boston Globe, P.O. Box 55819, Boston, MA 02205-5819. (Boston Globe)
After a job interview, thanks goes both ways May 4, 2008
E-mail questions about business etiquette to bizmanners@ ; fax to 617-929-3183; or mail to Etiquette at Work, The Boston Globe, P.O. Box 55819, Boston, MA 02205-5819. Readers whose questions are published will receive a copy of Peggy and Peter Post's book, "The Etiquette Advantage in Business.". (Boston Globe)
When In Rome (Or Tokyo, Or Sydney, Or Munich) ... Apr 17, 2008
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Professionalismisntwhatitusedtobe (7) Apr 8, 2008
So, the other day I was wondering, just where have good manners and good business etiquette gone ... But, a good boss can give guidance and provide instruction on proper business etiquette. (Elizabethtown Bladen Journal, NC)
College Bound effort targets minority men Apr 3, 2008
Students remain accountable for their grades, attend business etiquette dinners and engage in social activities with each other to encourage success in college, Gregory said ... I love the last paragraph - attending "business etiquette dinners and engage in social activities with each other", I guess to teach them not to grab their crotches when they meet a prospective client, or just pop a cap in a competitor. (The Daily Reflector)
Laptops out - eye contact in Apr 2, 2008
The culprit: etiquette has not kept up with technology, says Sue Fox, author of Business Etiquette for Dummies. "Social norms say that the person you are conversing with takes precedence over text-messaging, email and cell phone. This rule applies in business as well," Fox says. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Eldon FBLA wins at district Mar 31, 2008
The team had to create and present a presentation on business etiquette. Haley also qualified for state in Ms. FBL. She took an online test that covered everything from accounting and international business to technology concepts. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
No place like work space: Decorated cubicles reflect personalities Mar 27, 2008
Business etiquette expert Barbara Pachter, who earned bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Michigan, agreed. People spend a significant amount of time at work and need to feel comfortable while there, she said. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Some businesses bar pesky laptops from meetings Mar 25, 2008
The culprit: Etiquette has not kept up with technology, said Sue Fox, author of "Business Etiquette for Dummies.". Not everyone feels the urge to unplug. (Boston Globe)
PCHS students serve up etiquette Mar 9, 2008
It's nearly 11 a.m. and she is waiting for students in the work seminar classes to find their designated seats for the Business Etiquette Luncheon held Thursday at the high school. Attendees which included students, teachers, job coaches and other school officials gathered to hear Hunt speak about proper etiquette and dressing for success. (Pekin Times, IL)
Betts new Welcome Center director Mar 8, 2008
They will have a session on business etiquette, which is new this year. They graduate March 24. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
The Big Interview After 70 Years In Showbiz Bruce Is Still Game Feb 23, 2008
It's just good manners - and a throwback to what I might call the show business etiquette of my day. I think I prefer life, and show business, as it was when I was in my prime. (Glasgow Daily Record)
Sentinel ShortCut: No smoking at two Carlisle restaurants Feb 22, 2008
Beth wrote on Feb 21, 2008 4:57 PM:" It's nice they are going "no smoking" but Cassell's needs to learn a bit of business etiquette. We stopped in there right after they opened and my husband had a sleeveless shirt on, we were on the harley. The bartender said "do you have any shirts with sleeves. " Not, may I help you and then procede to tell him "the next time". Poor Poor taste. ". (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Linking businesses with students Feb 15, 2008
Students will participate in mini sessions on interview preparation and wardrobe, people skills, business etiquette and resume building. After the sessions, representatives from local businesses will be on hand to talk to students and set up interviews for jobs. (Pearland Journal, TX)
The correct fork? Etiquette is knowing Feb 13, 2008
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School notes Jan 28, 2008
She won second place in business communications, which she said includes understanding grammar and business etiquette. I think I kind of have a knack for it. (Scranton Times, PA)
How to Sell Yourself Jan 23, 2008
It s always best to play it safe and follow formal business etiquette. Though things have relaxed quite a bit in most professional environments, formality is never viewed as unprofessional. (Suite101.com)
O solo meal-o Jan 18, 2008
$7 online stock trades. from Kaplan University. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Improve your resume Jan 11, 2008
Employers may have to sift through a large number of in a short space of time, so in order to get noticed you need to make sure that you pay attention to correct resume format and business etiquette, says Walton. For this, he recommends applying a standard structure (e. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Follow the 'Ten Commitments' for greater success Jan 9, 2008
This requires an ongoing assessment and improvement of your professional abilities, skills in leading others, curiosity, business etiquette and protocol, career planning, and developing your network of influential people. Commitment No. 3: Creativity. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Helping foreigners crack N.C. market Jan 5, 2008
"But are we going to provide legal counsel for your incorporation or set up the books for you? No. That's why you have consultants like TCG."Avoiding missteps in N.C.West and his partners have lived and worked overseas and are comfortable navigating the bureaucracies and business etiquette of multiple countries. They can guide their clients to avoid misunderstandings and missteps in the United States, where they have experience negotiating patent protection, regulatory approval, product... (News & Observer)
Social networking 2.0 Jan 1, 2008
But there's a feeling that the hardships we're likely to face next year will be met by a return to manners, says Peter Post, great-grandson of etiquette maven Emily and lead presenter of the Emily Post Institute's Business Etiquette seminars ... Business Etiquette seminars. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Teaching business etiquette Dec 30, 2007
Business etiquette experts say a lack of social graces and general rudeness have become all too common in the workplace. "I have seen some people walk through buffet lines stacking their plate 3 feet high," said Maria Everding, founder of the Etiquette Institute in St. Louis. (Fresno Bee)
E-greetings gain ground at businesses this season Dec 24, 2007
Ann Marie Sabath, who runs a company that gives lessons in business etiquette, said clients should receive paper cards, and colleagues and other business contacts can get e-mail greetings. 1. (International Herald Tribune)
Air etiquette Dec 16, 2007
"The more aware people are about how their actions affect others, the better the chances are that they'll make more of an effort to be considerate," said Post, who leads business etiquette seminars at The Emily Post Institute in Burlington, Vt. First published on December 16, 2007 at 12:00 am Online: Print: Copyright. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The Clarisonic Mistletoe Manifesto: Make Merry but be Wary When Exchanging Kisses Under the Mistletoe Dec 14, 2007
She presents seminars in business etiquette to companies and organizations worldwide. Jacqueline has been featured in The New York Times, Glamour, USA Today and on iVillage Live. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Delta offers tips on flying the friendlier skies Dec 11, 2007
"The more aware people are about how their actions affect others, the better the chances are that they'll make more of an effort to be considerate," said Post, who leads business etiquette seminars at The Emily Post Institute in Burlington, Vt. "The times when I see rudeness happening is when I don't see people being self-aware. It's great to see an airline acknowledge they understand the crazy situations passengers go through.". (MSNBC -- Travel)
A clear and present danger Dec 10, 2007
By and large, the simple answer is you don't give your boss a gift, says Barbara Pachter, a business etiquette expert and author of "New Rules @ Work," who lives in Cherry Hill, N.J.. "That rule applies mainly to big companies where the boss could have up to 30 people working for him or her," Ms. Pachter said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Tips for the office Christmas party Dec 5, 2007
She runs a management consultancy in Toronto and provides training and coaching in business etiquette, attire, workplace conduct and team effectiveness. She has held senior positions in leading North American companies, among them MCA/Universal Films, Bell Canada, Aon Consulting Canada and KPMG LLP.. (Globe and Mail)
How the web can help create a better you Dec 4, 2007
Topics cover dining and table manners, business etiquette, cultural notes, dating, weddings and funerals. Once you've developed yourself, you might like to share your skills and expertise with others at http://www. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
5 tips for conducting yourself as the significant other an office holiday party Dec 3, 2007
"Alcohol loosens tongues and lessens inhibitions," says Donna Gerson, author of the upcoming book "Modern Rules of Business Etiquette.". "You don't want to be remembered as the person who became a sloppy drunk at the holiday party, because everyone remembers that," Gerson says. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Students of the Month Nov 28, 2007
Business etiquette, foreign relations and difficulties with working overseas were all subjects that I had studied in school. Nicolas Chabbert, president, EADS SOCATA North America, praised Leman's internship. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Holiday Tipping Guide Nov 24, 2007
Post is a director of the Emily Post Institute and author of three etiquette books, including "The Etiquette Advantage in Business: Personal Skills for Professional Success." He also writes a weekly syndicated newspaper column on business etiquette, Etiquette at Work. . (CBS News)
The three P's to successful business dining etiquette Nov 23, 2007
Remember: Business etiquette is non-gender-specific and both men and women should stand. Whether the host is male or female, the ranking guest gets the prime seat, on the host's right. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Give people their personal space to win respect, create positive impression Nov 22, 2007
During one of my seminars on business etiquette, the participants commented that one of their colleagues had a habit of standing too close ... Juanita Ecker, president of Professional Image Management, is a corporate image and business etiquette consultant. (Albany Business Review, NY)
DENNIS SEID: Understanding Japanese and other cultures is good business Nov 15, 2007
Takeshi Koto, vice consul with the Japanese Consulate in New Orleans, last week headed a forum on Japanese culture and business etiquette to help us understand them better. After all, with Toyota building a plant in Blue Springs plant that will have some 2,000 employers, plus suppliers adding thousands more, well be dealing quite a bit with the Japanese. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Holiday Party Etiquette Nov 7, 2007
Business etiquette expert, , states, the cardinal rule is to remember that no matter how festive the occasion, it s still about business. This is a business function. (Suite101.com)
Campus Involvement in 44 hours Nov 2, 2007
Leadership was an important factor too", says Lauren Quinn, a sophomore business administration major who is part of both Students Interested in Growth, Networking, and Leadership (SIGNAL) and Hall Council. "I'm a business major so I know that SIGNAL will help me down the road because it teaches things they normally don't teach in class like interviews, internships, business etiquette and as for hall council, I wanted to have fun in my hall and get a say in what goes on and make sure everyone's... (The New Hampshire, NH)
Job insecurity, Halloween at work and office pet peeves Oct 31, 2007
Bonding over treats during breaks can be a great way to build morale, said business etiquette consultant Mary Crane. But Halloween parties could take away from valuable work time and lead to inappropriate behavior. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Nodding off on the job: How not to pull a Cheney Oct 30, 2007
"It's a normal thing to nod off if you're bored at a meeting," business etiquette consultant Lynda Goldman said. "But it's a pretty major faux pas.". (Globe and Mail)
Bored? Take a BlogBreak Oct 24, 2007
Officially and according to most policies and rules of business etiquette, it isn t. But reality and experience tell me it may not be so simple. Don t assume those you work with are comfortable with bad language. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Resumania: Web can turn resume copy into lines of gobbledygook Oct 22, 2007
" Along the same lines, don't reference a personal Web site or blog unless it closely relates to your career. OTHER: I have a personal Web site that is located online. Where else would it be? Finally, display proper business etiquette by steering clear of Internet lingo, emoticons and abbreviations. COVER LETTER: "You want the funny. I got the funny. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Be careful when e-mailing a resume Oct 16, 2007
Finally, display proper business etiquette by steering clear of Internet lingo, emoticons and abbreviations. COVER LETTER: "You want the funny? I got the funny! LOL!". (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Does business etiquette require you to send a thank-you note in response to a letter from a client, complimenting you on the service that you've provided them? Oct 14, 2007
Does business etiquette require you to send a thank-you note in response to a letter from a client, complimenting you on the service that you've provided them ... Does business etiquette require you to send a thank-you note in response to a letter from a client, complimenting you on the service that you've provided them ... Q. Does business etiquette require you to send a thank-you note in response to a letter from a client, complimenting you on the service that you ve provided them. (Boston Globe)
Sioux City to host Young Professionals conference Oct 14, 2007
They include Kermit Dahlen on "Creating a Positive Workplace," Mitch Matthews on "The Power of Connection" and "Google Your Brain: The power of questions we ask ourselves," Karen Van De Steeg on "Management: Politically Incorrect," Bob Vander Plaats on "Becoming MVP of Leadership," Cy Wakeman on "Succeeding in Spite of the Facts," and Do Yanny on "Winning Impressions: Business Etiquette.". There also will be a track of topics focused on YP groups taking their organization to the next level, that... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Educate The Masses Oct 9, 2007
These graduates will be equipped with various skills, such as IT, communication (verbal and written), and business etiquette that will enable them to acquire gainful employment. The existing education and training infrastructure cannot meet skilled manpower requirements. (India Times, India)
The workplace: Finding your way in a new job Oct 8, 2007
Colleen Rickenbacher, a business etiquette expert and author of "Be on Your Best Business Behavior," offered these tips: Be early for work and dress a notch above the norm. When you meet people in your office, stand up and walk around to the front of the desk - or to wherever they are - and look them in the eye and give them a firm handshake, she said. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Discovering Provo's Center Street Oct 4, 2007
Featuring a sound system second only to the Conference Center, this new theater showcases local artists and traveling performers and also offers open-enrollment classes on subjects from ballet to business etiquette. (801) 852-7007 www. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Terps Welcome Tom Thomas For Fall Speaker Series Sep 27, 2007
Recognized as a national expert in the fields of Professional Development, Professional Conduct and Business Etiquette, Mr. Thomas founded Cardinal Advisors in 2002 as a training and development company that serves executives and their management teams. Since then, Mr. Thomas has made similar presentations to a number of Division I athletic departments across the country, including the athletic staff and administrators at the University of Maryland earlier this year. (Umterps.com)
Business cards still aces for most Sep 5, 2007
While infrared business cards, transferred via personal digital assistants, have become increasingly popular, some say the 3-by-2-inch standards will always be a sign of prestige and good business etiquette. Dan Ariely, who teaches behavioral economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, said business cards are necessary to remember who you've met and why they are important. (Albany Times Union)
Office Space Sep 3, 2007
But transforming an empty desk into a visual representation of an employee's personality and professional competence is not an easy task, say business etiquette experts and environmental psychologists ... LisaMarie Luccioni, a professor who teaches business etiquette at the University of Cincinnati, said her class had a lively discussion about appropriate candy behavior. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Should I write a thank-you note to each individual person, or a single note to an entire group? Sep 2, 2007
E-mail questions about business etiquette to ; fax to 617-929-3183; or mail to Etiquette at Work, The Boston Globe, P.O. Box 55819, Boston, MA 02205-5819. Readers whose questions are published will receive a copy of Peggy and Peter Post's book, "The Etiquette Advantage in Business.". (Boston Globe)
Dress your desk as you dress yourself, experts say Sep 2, 2007
But transforming an empty desk into a visual representation of an employee s personality and professional competence is not an easy task, say business etiquette experts and environmental psychologists ... LisaMarie Luccioni, a professor who teaches business etiquette at the University of Cincinnati, said her class had a lively discussion about appropriate candy behavior. (Montana Standard, MT)
Group nixed mysteriously from project with NCDC Sep 1, 2007
The Nogales Community Development Corp. would provide life and employability skills in such areas as business etiquette, and financial literacy classes. Back to Basics would provide technology skills, and the Literacy Volunteers would chip in education skills training. (Nogales International, AZ)
Spotlight: Tim Williams of ValueCommerce Aug 25, 2007
"In some ways it's easy to open doors, because you are not expected to know every piece of Japanese business etiquette," Williams said during a recent interview. "If you do happen to call someone far and beyond your rank, they will set up a meeting and meet with you.". (International Herald Tribune -- Money Report)
USF business students living together Aug 23, 2007
They also will be offered social and academic extras like seminars on business etiquette and improvisation classes. "Students will enjoy learning and social opportunities not normally found in the classroom, including opportunities to socialize with faculty and community leaders," said Robert Forsythe, dean of the USF College of Business, in a release. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
eChineseLearning & SINA.com Online Launch Co-Branded Effort Aug 22, 2007
The eChineseLearning courses include Standard Chinese for all levels, Business Chinese, Travel Chinese, Business Etiquette, and Culture Training. Angela Chen, SINA.com Online General Manager, commented: "Through this partnership, eChineseLearning gives over one million SINA.com Online readers ready access to superior Chinese language education, particularly for Chinese communities with family members in North America and overseas. We believe that by providing eChineseLearning to SINA overseas... (PR Newswire)
Etiquette at Work Aug 19, 2007
Markets Your Money Technology Healthcare Columnists Latest news Message Boards Small Business. Q My friends and I go out to lunch quite often. (Boston Globe -- Business)
Rational markets? Hah! Aug 18, 2007
Louise Fox, Canadian business etiquette coach, was online. Questions on organ donation. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Tyler Brûlé: Avoiding summer meltdowns, dressing 'business cool' Aug 11, 2007
Walking into the meeting room you've followed business etiquette but you already feel defeated. 3. (International Herald Tribune)
Does the guy/gal in the next cubicle bug you? Aug 11, 2007
Canadian business etiquette coach Louise Fox, owner of The Etiquette Ladies, has her own list of office nuisances: the prairie dog, who pops up over the cubicle divider to make small talk at peak busy periods; the nosy neighbour who reads your computer screen, picks up your mail, looks at the papers on your desk; "Canada's desk-top model," who does her make-up at her desk, paints her nails and has 20 pairs of shoes, which spill over into other folks' space ... Ms. Fox, who is also director of... (Globe and Mail)
Development Council members meet Aug 8, 2007
Preparation for potential automotive suppliers - The advisory board made the decision to purchase for supervisors, mayors, aldermen, advisory board members and the superintendent of education a copy of "Passport Japan." This paperback addresses Japanese business etiquette and customs. This was done to help officials be better prepared when the community has the opportunity to go after a Japanese automotive supplier. (Webster Progress-Times, MS)
