March 16, 2023
Redefining Etiquette in 2023
I have always had a love of etiquette and many of the traditions that have historically defined our society. The Charleston School of Protocol and Etiquette, Inc. was founded over…
April 16, 2021
In Search of Refinement
After a year of confinement, it may be time for a little refinement. With COVID hopefully in our rear view mirror, we are starting to see a resurgence, more on…
February 15, 2021
Tipping during a pandemic
A few years ago, in this publication we wrote about tipping for restaurant service. At that time, 62% of the people surveyed tipped at least 15%, the largest percentage,…
August 31, 2020
The face behind the mask
A few short months ago, masks were not the norm for most of us (except maybe for religious purposes). Now we see them everywhere and in some areas in America,…
October 11, 2019
Listen to me!
Civility is a big topic in America today. Human beings are diverse and unique in nature and created to be as such. This is proven as evidenced by the fact…
November 19, 2018
Excuse me, Is that my bread plate?
Have you ever been asked that or have you ever asked that? Does it really matter? In a word YES! But probably not for the reason you think. Dining…
March 27, 2018
Why is Being Present so Important?
Not to long ago I was conducting a professional table manners program for a college conference. As I was speaking, I noticed that many students had their phones out on…
January 17, 2018
Business Power Tea
January is National Hot Tea Month. Hot tea is part of almost every business culture in the world… but what about tea in America? Hot tea has been enjoyed for…
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