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The Art of Giving & Receiving Compliments

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette Biography:  Candace Smith, wife of Nobel Prize-Winner Professor Dr. Vernon Smith and owner of the extraordinary blog, “Etiquette for the Business of Life” as featured by BBC, Chicago Tribune and USA Today offers her insights. “The art give and take.” ——- Both giving and receiving compliments can […]

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Chivalry in the Modern Age

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette Biography:  Candace Smith, wife of Nobel Prize-Winner Professor Dr. Vernon Smith and owner of the extraordinary blog, “Etiquette for the Business of Life” as featured by BBC, Chicago Tribune and USA Today offers her insights. “Chivalry isn’t dead.”  ——- When The concept of chivalry has evolved significantly […]

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Five Etiquette Tips to Begin Using Today

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette Biography:  Candace Smith, wife of Nobel Prize-Winner Professor Dr. Vernon Smith and owner of the extraordinary blog, “Etiquette for the Business of Life” as featured by BBC, Chicago Tribune and USA Today offers her insights. “Be a positive influence.”  ——- When students ask me how to implement […]

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Easing Cultural Differences

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette Biography:  Candace Smith, wife of Nobel Prize-Winner Professor Dr. Vernon Smith and owner of the extraordinary blog, “Etiquette for the Business of Life” as featured by BBC, Chicago Tribune and USA Today offers her insights. “Good manners cost nothing.”  ——- People being themselves exemplifies the essence of […]

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When You Talk Too Much!

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette Biography:  Candace Smith, wife of Nobel Prize-Winner Professor Dr. Vernon Smith and owner of the extraordinary blog, “Etiquette for the Business of Life” as featured by BBC, Chicago Tribune and USA Today offers her insights. “How can you tell and what to do about it.”  ——- You […]

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Our World Needs Civilizing Influencers

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette “We are responsible creating.”  ——- The word “civility” originates from the Latin word, “civilis,” meaning related to public life, befitting a citizen.  The word’s application has a long history. Philosopher, Michael J. Meyer, urges fellow philosophers not to take civility for granted, as it is a […]

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Leading with the Tone of Your Voice

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette “The way you say things counts.”  ——- There is no way to hear yourself as a listener hears you.  Which is why the way you say things – your tone of voice, facial expression, and body language – is just as important as the words you […]

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The Art of Diplomatic Communication

The Art of Diplomatic Communication by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette “A cornerstone of successful relationships.”  ——- Diplomatic communication is the cornerstone of successful relationships, whether in professional settings, personal interactions, or international relations.  When wielded skillfully, diplomacy can transform potentially contentious situations into opportunities for mutual understanding and agreement.  Let’s explore […]

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Connecting in the New Year

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette “Being more social in the New Year.”  ——- Committing to changing habits or incorporating new ones can be draining and disappointing but reaching out to others – even when not second nature – is essentially something we do in one form or another every day. “Ramping […]

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Finding the Perfect Pet Sitter!

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette “Travel is a big part of the holidays”  ——- Hiring a pet sitter is a given in our busy world.  As devoted as you are to your pet, leaving them overnight will be necessary at some point.  Are you prepared? Finding the Right Person Some occasions […]

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