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Proper Small Talk During a Virtual Meeting

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette ——- Small talk during virtual meetings – or any meeting – is the meet and greet phase of a conversation.  It helps find something in common, something on which to build the remainder of your time together.  It’s all about “breaking the ice,” about getting acquainted, […]

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How to Politely Nudge an Email Response

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette ——- Sometimes it’s necessary to nudge a response from someone, particularly in the case of email.  We are all busy, with lots of information coming at us at what feels like a constant, rapid pace.  When certain messages aren’t handled immediately, it is far too easy […]

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Putting Out the Fire of Embarrassment

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette ——- Embarrassment can cause you to forget your etiquette-ful self.  It distracts you and sets you up for even more. But it can also present learning opportunities. Recently I was late to a Zoom call which was important for my work.  The email with the link […]

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A Recipe for Success

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette ——- Everyone wants to find a recipe for success.  For some it remains elusive.  For others, a source of confusion.  Theodore Roosevelt once said, “The most important ingredient in the formula of success is knowing how to get along with people.”  If we adapt his philosophy, […]

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How to Respond to a Negative Person!

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette ——- Speaking with a negative person can zap your energy if you let it.  The profundities of etiquette are anchored in consideration and respect for others, making us obliged to kindness.  The question of what to say to negativity must be open-ended, as being adaptable and […]

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What Your Grooming Habits Say About You!

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette ——- Good grooming isn’t optional. It’s at the top of the list for every employer.  And while high standards of hygiene typically go unnoticed, you will certainly stand out in the crowd if those standards are not up to par. First impressions form in a matter […]

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Etiquette as Awareness

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette ——- Awareness is the degree to which we are alert and attentive to our internal states, preferences, intuitions, and surroundings. We can identify our emotions, perceptions, strengths, and weaknesses, and realize that others also strive for these habits. When mindfulness and intentionality are taken on as […]

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Restart to Your Best Self

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette ——- The decision to restart your best self can be made for a variety of reasons.  Maybe you’ve noticed you might be the person repeating unpleasant things, you don’t like the way you’re coming across to others, or you’d like to perk up your social media […]

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Social Media & Civility

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette ——- When you’re not physically present with others, it is easy to forget that civility on social media is just as important as civility in any other social arena. The Proper Use of Tools Social media are web-based communication tools that help share information quickly and […]

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Mental Strength & Etiquette Help You Persevere

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette ——- Mental strength is a lot like physical strength.  Developing healthy habits of mind is important and requires intentional self-care by determined effort.  It is often neglected, however, as it is not directly viewed by others or oneself. Etiquette embodies knowing the guidelines and social rules […]

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