Four tips for being a good host to house guests
Clise Etiquette
by Arden
10M ago
In my last newsletter I shared some tips on being a good house guest. A reader suggested I share tips on how to be a good host. She and her husband had a challenging visit at a friend’s house when they were relegated to a “horridly uncomfortable” couch in the office. When they were invited again for a visit, they politely declined for fear they’d have to sleep on the couch again. While you don’t need to roll out the red carpet and give your guest your bedroom while you sleep on the couch, there are some things you can do that will ensure your guests have a comfortable and enjoyable visit and w ..read more
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“Do you always eat this way?”
Clise Etiquette
by Arden
1y ago
I recently gave a dining etiquette presentation to DECA leadership participants. DECA hires me every year to speak to these bright young people because they know it’s important the students have good dining etiquette and table manners for success in their careers and social interactions. For those of you who are not familiar with DECA, it is an international program that prepares high school and college students for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. In the training, I teach how to navigate a formal place setting with many utensils, a bread plate, butter knife, dessert ..read more
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Are we back to shaking hands?
Clise Etiquette
by Arden
1y ago
In late February 2020 I drove to my CPA’s office to drop off my tax documents. At that point, 15 cases of the COVID-19 virus were reported in the U.S. and there were over 1,100 deaths worldwide. I felt a bit nervous about the virus but not overly concerned. When my CPA came out to greet me, I noticed he had his right hand in his pocket. This was a signal to me he did not want to shake my hand. I was a little dismayed as I realized he, and most likely others, were concerned about catching the virus.   Elbow bumps replace handshakes On March 6 I had an in-person training, and I was now pret ..read more
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New tipping guidelines due to the pandemic and electronic payments
Clise Etiquette
by Arden
1y ago
In 2017 I wrote a blog post about tipping where I shared who to tip and how much. What a difference five years makes as I write this in 2022. A lot has transpired since 2017 that has impacted tipping. One of the biggest factors is the pandemic. When the COVID-19 virus shut everything down many of us were able to work from the safety of our homes to avoid being exposed to the virus. Because we didn’t have a vaccine for about a year, we were shuttering ourselves to prevent possible death from the virus. But front-line workers and many service people did not have that luxury. They put their lives ..read more
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Napkin love
Clise Etiquette
by Arden
2y ago
I have to admit that I have a thing for napkins. I simply can’t sit down to a meal without one on my lap. Even if I’m eating fast food I will put one of those flimsy little paper napkins on my lap. I guess my mom’s constant reminders to use my napkin stuck. I’ve been in a few homes where nary a napkin is in sight, which makes me anxious. How will I wipe my mouth, protect my lap from spills or clean messy fingers? I suppose no napkin is better than a communal one. Someone told me that she visited friends who used a dishcloth as a napkin that everybody shared. Ugh!! I strive to be a current and ..read more
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Wedding etiquette: from invitations to attire
Clise Etiquette
by Arden
2y ago
Photo by Saeed Sarshar courtesy of Unsplash.com Wedding season is upon us! In June, I am attending two weddings for family members. One is Friday night, and the other is the next day on Saturday afternoon. While it will be a little challenging getting to two weddings in two different states on consecutive days, I’m thrilled to attend them. I love weddings! Like any occasion there is etiquette to guide us and help us navigate the dos and don’ts of the happy event. Here are a few tips for some of the matrimonial situations you may find yourself in both as a guest and betrothed couple. Invitati ..read more
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Won’t You Be My Neighbor? 14 Things You Need to Know About Being A Good Neighbor
Clise Etiquette
by Arden
2y ago
Do you know who your neighbors are? According to the Pew Research Center, 57 percent of Americans say they know some of their neighbors. Whether you frequently talk to your upstairs neighbor or you only see your next-door neighbor on occasion, being a good neighbor is important in establishing yourself as part of the neighborhood and community. 1. Learn the three-step rule “Our best tip to be a good neighbor is a simple three-step rule: Respect, communication and responsible pet ownership!” says 10 Stars Property Management. “In almost any situation respecting others’ space is a good base for ..read more
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How etiquette has changed over the last twenty years
Clise Etiquette
by Arden
2y ago
I sometimes wish there was a different word for etiquette. Often the term conjures up a stuffy, old-fashioned concept; one that is certainly not relatable to today’s realities. But as I often say in my trainings, I would not be an etiquette consultant if it was any of those things. I remember when I was trained as an etiquette consultant just 13 years ago. I learned about fax machine etiquette, and business casual did not include jeans. Today we have etiquette rules about virtual meetings, pandemic conversation dos and don’ts and how to address a person who is nonbinary. Etiquette evolves and ..read more
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How I became an etiquette consultant
Clise Etiquette
by Arden
2y ago
When I decided to become an etiquette consultant in 2009 I choose to attend The Etiquette Institute based in St. Louis, MO. for my training and certification. I had done quite a bit of research about the various institutions that offer etiquette consultant training and The Etiquette Institute seemed like the best fit. I couldn’t have made a better choice because in addition to learning everything I needed to know to teach etiquette, the owner and instructor, Maria Everding, became a wonderful mentor and friend. In the training, Maria was very engaging and told us many funny stories about her d ..read more
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“No problem” and other customer service communication problems
Clise Etiquette
by Arden
2y ago
A friend of mine implored me to write something about the use of the phrase “no problem.” She was the recipient of it at her dental appointment. Upon arriving at the dentist’s office, she was instructed to wait in her car until they were ready for her. Because it was hot outside, she started getting very uncomfortable and decided to go into the office before she was called. After explaining the reason for her early arrival, the receptionist stated, “No problem…” It was quite irritating to my friend that instead of hearing sympathy for having to sit in a hot car she felt brushed off with a slan ..read more
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