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Modern Etiquette:Five suggestions for greater self-confidenc...

The dictionary defines it as trust or faith, being sure. I believe it means feeling good about yourself, especially in regard to accomplishing something. That something can be a new job, a new assignment, a performance review, networking, [...]

Posted On : May, 09 2012 | Comments : 0

Modern Manners + Etiquette: Wedding Guest Etiquette

Wedding Guest Etiquette questions galore are being asked at NewportManners.com in anticipation of the knot-tying season. Clear and simple Dos and Don'ts from dress codes to guests inviting guests. Most importantly, can a guest wear wh [...]

Posted On : May, 02 2012 | Comments : 0

Modern Etiquette: Dealing with Annoying Co-Workers

(Reuters) - The Know-it-All. Negative Nancy. Larry Loud-Talker. The Over-Sharer. The workplace is filled with all kinds of personalities, each with their own unique (and sometimes annoying) habits. While you can't choose your co-wo [...]

Posted On : Apr, 24 2012 | Comments : 0

Modern Manners + Etiquette: White Before Memorial Day + More

Shifting etiquette questions came into NewportManners.com this week - and with the wedding season upon us, guests asked about the etiquette of waiting more than a year to send presents because they want to make sure the marriage works. A [...]

Posted On : Apr, 11 2012 | Comments : 0

Modern Etiquette: Let's talk about cosmetic surgery

And generational differences aside, each individual has a different set of needs, a different set of motivations. There is, however, some commonality: everybody wants to be at their best, to feel good, to look good, and to perform well. [...]

Posted On : Apr, 10 2012 | Comments : 0

Modern etiquette: Sharing the joys of pregnancy

From unsolicited baby bump touches to having your big news scooped on Facebook, modern pregnancy has an etiquette all its own. To keep the pregnant glow, consider the following: Sharing the News There are few pieces of news as excitin [...]

Posted On : Mar, 27 2012 | Comments : 0

Modern Etiquette: Seven tips to making the right impression

LONDON -- We all know that making a good impression is fundamental to professional and social success. All too often, however, we unintentionally tarnish our personal polish by forgetting the basics of face-to-face communication. From [...]

Posted On : Mar, 16 2012 | Comments : 0

Modern Etiquette: A playbook for modern business dining

Given that a simple faux pas at the table can make the difference between being shown the money or the door, it’s time to review the Do’s and Don’ts of Business Dining. 1. Be On Time. Timeliness is among the first [...]

Posted On : Mar, 02 2012 | Comments : 0

Modern Etiquette: The 10 Commandments of Business Behaviour

What impact do your interpersonal skills have on your ability to be effective on your job? Those of us dedicated to such matters have long recognized the truth in John D. Rockefeller's comment: "I will pay more for the ability to [...]

Posted On : Feb, 15 2012 | Comments : 0

Modern Manners + Etiquette: Flirting Etiquette

Anticipating Valentine's Day, etiquette questions this past week to NewportManners.com asked about flirting for the tongue-tied and fresh ideas for meeting and pleasing. Valentine angst. The reality is, meeting new people is difficult [...]

Posted On : Feb, 13 2012 | Comments : 0

Modern Manners + Etiquette: Relationship Issues

What is the etiquette of social kissing in flu season? Do I accept an invitation to "friend" a potential boss? How do I defriend a friend I no longer like? Here are typical questions about redefining relationships that came into [...]

Posted On : Feb, 06 2012 | Comments : 0

Proper Etiquette? I'd Settle For Modern Manners

Rudeness and bad manners - and books about them - are on the rise. Technology clearly has much to do with this. Even "smart" technology has made many of us seem "less smart." (That's a polite way of putting it.) It [...]

Posted On : Dec, 31 2011 | Comments : 0

Modern Etiquette: Consider how you treat the "Unknown Visito...

My garb was appropriate and understated. So was my demeanor. I was the out-of-town visitor, unknown, and quite possibly not worth anyone's time. Perhaps I was being overly sensitive. Frankly, I did not enjoy the frosty experience. [...]

Posted On : Dec, 20 2011 | Comments : 0

Modern Etiquette: Smartphone use not so clever in meetings

An Intel poll of 224 human resource managers across the United States conducted by Ipsos showed that 42 percent have received a complaint about an employee's use of mobile technology at work. Nearly 80 percent said they thought t [...]