No one is perfect. Everyone makes mistakes at times and finds themselves in situations where an apology is needed.Considerate, smart, and confident people know how to give a sincere apology. The do's and don'ts of a genuine and heartfelt apology:DO use good eye contact.DON'T simply throw out a … [Read more...]
The Silent Signals of Silverware
An important foundation of good table manners is knowing how to correctly use silverware- how to use the Continental and American methods, how to cut food correctly, and the silent signals. The silent signals are easy to learn and can be mastered by even young children. Here's a quick … [Read more...]
your family’s Table Manners (I can help!)
Why are table manners so important? #1- Good table manners set the foundation for other important manners like respect for others, self-confidence, and being considerate. It all starts at the family table. #2- Having good table manners shows you're prepared for life. As our children leave … [Read more...]
How to Create a Memory Making Family Dinner Table
I believe in the power of family dinners. Eating together is about so much more than getting food on the table and feeding hungry stomachs. Dinnertime can be a refreshing pause in the hustle and bustle of our daily lives whether you're serving takeout pizza or a homemade four-course meal. With a … [Read more...]
How to Introduce Yourself
It's normal for young people to feel nervous when meeting new people, but there's really no need to be. "How to introduce yourself" is an important skill that doesn't come naturally to most of us. With some instruction and practice, it will become a part of your children's everyday habits. Everyone … [Read more...]
How I Started My Etiquette Education Biz
Rewind with me to 2010. My kids were getting older and more independent so I wanted (and needed!) to find a way to contribute to my family’s finances. Life is expensive when you have three kids! But I was really conflicted- I didn’t want to miss out on volunteering at their school and going to … [Read more...]
Pizza Manners…is there such a thing?
Pizza is so loved it has its own day...February 9th is National Pizza Day! 🍕 Which is an awesome day to celebrate if you love pizza as much as my family does. How do you eat pizza with good manners? Is it possible? YES! You just do the best you can depending upon where you are and what you have to … [Read more...]
Shaking Hands: Why, How & When
Today let’s look at shaking hands. Seems like a tiny detail, doesn't it? Why fuss over such a common occurrence? Well, it's because shaking hands is a common occurrence that it’s important to do it correctly! Your handshake says a lot about you- whether you're at the bank to apply for a home loan … [Read more...]
5 Practical Tips to Help you Teach your Kids Good Manners
Can you relate to this scenario? You're at a restaurant with your family. The waiter places the bread basket on the table in front of your son. He grabs a roll, slathers it with butter and stuffs half the roll in his mouth as he exclaims, "Finally! I'm starving!" He laughs at the joke his brother … [Read more...]
Conversation Games for Your Family Dinner Table
Maybe you can relate? I used to feel so frustrated after spending time planning and cooking our family dinner only to have my family wolf it down in 15 minutes barely saying two words to each other. My husband and I felt like interrogators trying to create conversation, “How was your day?", “Did you … [Read more...]