Confused by Etiquette Rules?
As a body of "how-to" practices, tapping into etiquette guidelines helps you navigate any situation graciously, including new situations. Discovering how the mindfulness of etiquette applies to you will bring confidence whether you are meeting someone new, hosting an event, speaking up at a virtual gathering, or dining at home with your family.
When to Say "Excuse Me" - Candace Smith Etiquette
Saying “excuse me” moves people back into social equilibrium. These two words can smooth over a mistake, get someone’s attention, or provide an exit, among other tasks.
A Taste of Etiquette History - Candace Smith Etiquette
Origins of Expected Behavior. Looking at etiquette history, we can assume that many etiquette rules developed as a result of demand for personal safety and respect.
How to Use the American and Continental Dining Styles
Image Source: Candace Smith Etiquette The American and Continental dining styles are two different approaches to using utensils during meals. Here is a brief overview of each.
About Candace Smith
Candace Smith is an etiquette educator, teaching global etiquette practices to adults. Let her teach you how knowing basic etiquette rules creates comfort in any social situation.
Door Etiquette: Entering and Exiting with Others - Candace Smith …
We use doors every day. And, inevitably, we cross paths with others using those same entrances and exits. Opening a door for someone, holding a door open for the person behind you, or gesturing another to pass through first, is simple kindness. It’s as much of a standard of polite behavior as not crowding in a line or cutting in the path of another pedestrian on the sidewalk.
The Art of Writing Thank-You Notes - candacesmithetiquette.com
2024年12月15日 · Dear Mom and Dad, Thank you for purchasing the tickets to the ballet season for my birthday. It was so kind that you remembered that this is what I wanted! When I was a little girl, I always dreamed about dancing, and I think the many lessons you took me to instilled a lifelong love for this art form.
Showing Your Appreciation with Appropriate Applause
While clapping hands comes naturally to nearly everyone, there is a method to get the best "bang" for your applause. Hold your non-dominant hand at chest level, palm facing inward at a 45 degree angle, and slightly cupped.
Methods for Sharing Food at the Table - Candace Smith Etiquette
Do you enjoy sharing food with your spouse or someone with whom you are very close to while dining? Many couples have their own system for doing so. A glance, the raising of an eyebrow, or simply by asking, "A bite?"
The Importance of Napkins - Candace Smith Etiquette
History Repeats Itself. According to one of my favorite resources, Etiquipedia, ancient Romans used small and large pieces of fabric during meals and gatherings. The small, pocket-size piece - in a handkerchief style - was used to blot the brow.