How Much Do Parking Attendants Expect?
Parking attendants automatically expect a dollar. True and False. In a small town, a dollar is still acceptable. In the city, two dollars or more are the norm.
Drinking From a Can or Bottle at a Business Function…
Beer and soft drinks consumed from a can or bottle at a business function are acceptable. This is True and False. If you are inside a facility, opt to have your beverage served in a glass. You look much more professional. If you are outdoors at a company picnic, drinking from a can or bottle [...]
Etiquette Academy Changes Lives in Memphis
We were featured on the front page of the Tennessee Tribune! Check us out. Click here to read the article
Business Lunch Etiquette
If you have limited time to devote to lunch, make it known in advance. True. When you meet for a business lunch, always ask your guests what time they need to return to the office.
Is it Appropriate to Order Course for Course During a Business Lunch?
Yes, business lunches go course for course. It is uncomfortable when someone in a group orders a course and no one else orders anything to eat during that course. This really is an inconsiderate action, because no one will be served the food they ordered until you are through eating your course.
Dining with Confidence – Adult Class
Register today for Dining with Confidence, our adult dining class. Learn how to properly conduct yourself at social events and update your dining etiquette skills. This class will also build your confidence so you will never fear a business lunch/dinner again! Please see the Sign - Up Page to register. Thanks!
Making a Good Impression Summer Workshop
Register today for Making a Good Impression. Classes are for girls and boys ages 6 - 18. This workshop will cover topics such as: Making New Friends, Proper Introductions, Proper Table Conversation, Public Speaking, Direct Handshake/Eye Contact, Zig - Zag and Continental Dining, Fashion, and much more! Please go to the Sign - Up Page to register. [...]
Pass the Salt Please
The salt and pepper should be passed together even if someone has asked only for the salt or the pepper. This is True The salt and pepper are "married" and stay together on the table. They are always passed together even though someone may have requested one or [...]
Proper Place Setting
What is wrong with the place setting in this picture? In America, at a correct table setting, every fork from left to right is married to a knife. The two utensils are picked up together as you begin a course. This setting is missing a [...]
What Should I Order at a Business Lunch/Dinner?
our favorite food is spaghetti pasta and you tend to order this every time you go out to lunch/dinner; however, your boss has invited you to lunch - what should you order? At a business lunch there are certain foods you should not order, no matter how much you love them. Avoid ordering anything [...]