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Category Archives: Public Places Etiquette
Do Public Servants Have The Right To Curse?
Another explicit expletive by another public servant
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-New York) was not mincing words on Friday. During a speech in New York, she dropped several F-bombs to express her frustration with the White House and...
National Honesty Day
April 30 is National Honesty Day.
In some cases being honest is not easy or the wisest thing to do, especially in the workplace. Picture this: Only yesterday, your boss was a brunette with a mainstream hair style, but this morning he walks into the office beaming with delight and confidence showcasing his new cut...Who Gets the Airplane Armrest
Who gets the airplane armrest?
Is it the person in the middle seat?
There have been in-the-air battles over who gets the airplane armrest. On a recent flight I boarded last, knowing I had a reserved window seat. The woman in the middle seat had claimed and was firmly holding her position—both elbows...I Overheard My Coworkers Talking About Me
When you've got something confidential to say, find a private setting. If you've got something unfavorable to say about a coworker or boss, keep it to yourself.
What do you do when you overhear a conversation that involves you?Picture it, you're walking down the hall and as you approach the conference room you overhear...
The Modern Woman and Etiquette in Public Places
The Modern Woman and Etiquette in Public Places
Social skills and etiquette apply when you're in public places. Modern or passé?
It used to be that there were things you did or said in private, you wouldn't dream of doing...Kellyanne Conway on the Boss’ Couch
Kellyanne Conway on the Boss' Couch
Kellyanne Conway; Etiquette breach? Unprofessional? Or, getting the job done?
Kellyanne Conway is no stranger to controversy and criticism, and handles it quite well. The most recent is her sitting position on the boss' couch. While this is certainly not a big deal in the scope of our country's situation,...Umbrella Etiquette; how to use an umbrella to avoid being rude
Umbrella Etiquette; how to use an umbrella to avoid being rude.
Etiquette and umbrellas? Rude behavior surrounds us throughout every season, but in the rainy season we carry a potentially hazardous tool; the umbrella. Using an umbrella requires social skills and a little consideration for others. Umbrella Etiquette: Here are a few things to keep in...Wearing Sunglasses Inside
Fashion statement, leave me alone, I've got a migraine...
What impression does it give? Maybe you don't care. But why not read about it anyway? Wearing sunglasses indoors can give the perception that you are pretentious, deceptive, a rock star wanna-be, or someone who does not want to be bothered. Or, in the minds of the...Pitching a fit on an airplane
