Are your days too full with endless commitments? If I could read your mind would I find you feeling worn out, overextended and maybe even a little resentful? Are you a mom who just cannot say “No”? There was a time when I said yes to just about every request... Can you coordinate … [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...]
Hi, Sandy? Sarah? What to do when you’ve forgotten someone’s name
It has happened to me and I bet it has happened to you too...drawing a blank on someone’s name. You’ve forgotten the other person’s name and that person is right there in front of you. What should you do? Don’t run to hide in the bathroom ;) Don't guess at the name. Don't stammer and … [Read more...]
4 Tips for Remembering Names
Are you good at remembering names when you meet someone new? If not, you’ve got plenty of company. Forgetting names is the #1 memory related complaint. Remembering people's names is an important skill. We all want to be known and remembered by others. When you remember someone's name, you show … [Read more...]
Teach Your Family How to Make a Great First Impression- My #1 Tip
It takes less than 60 seconds to make a first impression. This probably isn't a news flash to you, is it? We've all heard this statistic before. But let's really think about it---in less than 60 seconds, a new acquaintance is deciding: Is this person smart, kind, wise? Trustworthy? Someone I'd … [Read more...]
Miss, Ms. or Mrs.? Oh, my!
You’ve just made a new acquaintance at church. Later in the parking lot, you see her again and begin to introduce your daughter to your new friend. But you’re stumbling… do you use Miss, Ms. or Mrs.? The answer is: it depends! Below is a quick and easy guide on how to use Miss, Ms. and Mrs. … [Read more...]
A Dream Business (and an invitation for you!)
Are you looking for an opportunity to make extra money? Maybe for a new adventure? Or a way to share your talents with the world? Or maybe all three? If so, teaching manners classes could be a perfect fit for you. Here's why I love teaching manners: 💙 I’m doing work that truly that matters. … [Read more...]
4 Must Knows for your Child’s High School Graduation
'Tis the season for high school graduation ceremonies! In the hustle and bustle of planning and celebrating, we forget that our kids have never graduated before. They simply don't know what to expect or how to best handle the social situations that graduation brings about. Moms, it's our job to … [Read more...]