I don’t know about you, but it often seems easier to find the perfect gift for the women in my life (my friends, mother, and daughters) than to select a suitable gift for my better half. The same can be said for purchasing an appropriate gift for my brother in law or beloved uncle. But, gift ... [ Read More ]
Holiday Gift Etiquette: Frequently asked Questions
It's Holiday crunch time...there's shopping to finish, gifts to wrap, treats to bake and cheer to spread. During this season of holiday gifting, there are a few things to remember when about Holiday gift etiquette when giving or receiving. Are gift certificates a do or don’t? Gift certificates ... [ Read More ]
“Who Should I Tip For the Holidays?”: A Guide to Holiday Tipping Etiquette
The holidays are in full-swing, and that means it’s time to take out crisp, fresh bills from the bank for your holiday tipping. One question I am asked quite often this time of year is "Who should I tip for the Holidays?" Before you start spreading the holiday cheer, refer to my holiday tipping ... [ Read More ]
Business Etiquette: Bouncing Back From a Business Mistake
High stress, fast pace and new technology is ripe for a business mistake. Here are a few common business etiquette faux pas and some tips on how to handle them. You forget a client’s name— It happens. Under extreme stress recently, I forgot my own daughter’s name for a nano second (and she hasn’t ... [ Read More ]
Holiday Newsletter Etiquette: Think Before You Write
Before you start writing your annual newsletter and neatly tuck it into your holiday card, there are a few pieces of Holiday newsletter etiquette you may want to consider. Less is always better. Considering that most of the people on your holiday card list also receive your multiple Facebook ... [ Read More ]
Special Holiday Gifts for Her
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” and if you haven’t started your holiday shopping yet, time is a wasting! My tree is up, my lights are on, there is holiday music in the background and I’m making my list. Today, I’m sharing a few of my favorite "holiday gifts for her" and including a ... [ Read More ]
Holiday Greeting Card Etiquette for Business
It’s a professional courtesy to show appreciation to your business clients, vendors and those you routinely interface with throughout the year. Now is the time to get your holiday cards ready to be signed, sealed and delivered with a festive stamp…sooner than later. Before you gather the team ... [ Read More ]
Holiday Etiquette: Gift Return Tips
I hope your Black Friday shopping was a huge success without being a monumental headache. I personally avoid the flurry of hectic shoppers in lieu of writing my holiday greeting cards. It’s become an annual tradition and I actually look forward to the quiet time, fresh holiday cards, beautiful ... [ Read More ]
Thanksgiving Etiquette: Potluck Tips for the Guest and Host
Whether you are the host or a guest of a holiday “potluck” Thanksgiving celebration, there are a few simple pointers to make the day more enjoyable for everyone. Before you put your famous pumpkin bread pudding in the oven, refer to my holiday recommendations below. Potluck Tips for the ... [ Read More ]
A Thanksgiving Recipe Treat: MARS’ Mobile Kitchen MACK n Cheese
Are you gearing up for family, friends and Thanksgiving Dinner next week? Nothing is better than walking into a home and smelling the turkey cooking in the oven. Add the aroma of multiple side dishes cooking on the stove and I’m in turkey heaven. But, comfort food doesn’t mean it always has to be ... [ Read More ]
Guest Post: Giving Thanks and Taking a Pledge to Unplug
Thomas P. Farley, co-founder of Thanksgiving Unplugged, and I are both “thankful” for the support of the Momiverse, an online lifestyle magazine that encourages busy Moms to take time — and make time — for themselves, while navigating their crazy, hectic and harried world, and for Momiverse taking ... [ Read More ]
A Checklist for the Gracious Thanksgiving Host
If you’ll be hosting Thanksgiving dinner at your home this year, you’ve already extended the invitation to family and friends and are busy planning your menu. Making the most of your holiday gathering involves more than serving your famous herb roasted turkey, you must also be sure to be a gracious ... [ Read More ]
Invitation Etiquette
From an elegant paper invitation to a quick and easy digital evite, the way you extend an invitation sends a message about your event. As planning for holiday parties and family gatherings gets underway, here are tips on invitation etiquette and when to use different types of invitations: Paper ... [ Read More ]
Holiday Etiquette: Are You Ready for Thanksgiving Unplugged?
Thanksgiving is just around the corner and my partner in protocol, Thomas P. Farley (a.k.a. “Mister Manners”) and I are pleased to launch a national initiative that is near and dear to our hearts - Thanksgiving Unplugged. Thanksgiving Unplugged is a campaign to bring family and friends back to ... [ Read More ]
Dining Etiquette Tips You Can’t Afford to Overlook
As I’ve mention many times before, dining etiquette is a huge interest to most people. Why? Because we have all experienced awkward moments at the dining table. Whether you are a university student, a corporate exec or someone out on a date, having good manners and knowing a few dining etiquette ... [ Read More ]