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What to Do When You are the Subject of a Rumor?

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette Finding out you’re the subject of a rumor feels awful.  Someone is spreading gossip, or worse, lies about you.  Whether the things being said are true or not, information – negative or positive – changes as it is passed along.   If you’ve ever played the […]

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Cruise Ship Etiquette

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette    A consistent complaint I read on various cruising blogs is the notable lack of cruise ship etiquette observed by passengers. Or, perhaps, a lack of etiquette in general? While etiquette is situational and relational, most of the guidelines travel anywhere.  Even on cruise ships. One […]

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Being the Best Professional Guest

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. ——- Setting a tone of professionalism is important when you’re being […]

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Grumpy Coworker

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette ——- A grumpy coworker doesn’t just have the potential to put a damper on your day, but on your entire work life.  When you work directly with such a person, it’s difficult not to let their negativity influence your attitude. However, there are ways to deal […]

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Business Casual vs. Professional Dress

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 21st century work world has brought about unique “professional” looks […]

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Rebuilding Family Communication

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. ——- When the ties that bind us reach a breaking point, […]

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Camping Etiquette for Your Summer Outings

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. ——- Camping etiquette guidelines are important to know whether you’re an outdoor […]

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Can We Agree to Disagree?

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 phrase “agree to disagree” often emerges as a last resort. […]

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The Challenges of Working from Home

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. ——- When you work from home, finding balance can feel nearly impossible. […]

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Flowers for Mother’s Day

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. ——- Mothers Day falls on different days in different countries depending on […]

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