Business Manners

How do you maintain a family-friendly office without discriminating against singles? What’s the difference between showing romantic interest and sexual harassment? Which colleagues should be invited to family weddings? When should you be unavailable, at or away from work? Don’t convene a focus group or appeal to Human Resources - consult Miss Manners! With wit and wisdom, Miss Manners restores civility, guiding you around your coworker’s messy cubicle, past your overly prying boss, around the bridal shower for the new temp, and through tedious staff meetings.

In a rapidly changing world, where social interactions span both the physical and digital realms, understanding and practicing good etiquette has never been more important. The Ultimate Guide to Modern Etiquette by Rebecca Ferguson is an essential guide for anyone looking to navigate today’s social norms with confidence, respect, and grace. Drawing on over 20 years of experience as a relationship coach, Rebecca offers practical advice that is both timeless and relevant, ensuring that you can approach every social and professional interaction with ease. This comprehensive social etiquette ...

Are your table manners ready for the spotlight? Whether you're navigating a formal dinner, interviewing over lunch, or facing sushi at your next business function, knowing what to do—and doing it with confidence—matters. Fair or not, people often judge us by how we behave at the table. That’s no surprise when you consider that dining etiquette reflects our core values: courtesy, consideration, and respect. So why not master the skills that help you shine in every setting? In Socially Savvy Dining: Essential Guide for Table Manners, Business Meals, Sushi, Wine and Tea Etiquette, ...

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER From William Hanson, “the Emily Post for the TikTok generation” (Vanity Fair) and beloved etiquette authority, comes the quintessential guide to courtesy, charm, grace, and decorum. What is the correct way to get out of dreaded small talk? How do you end an email in...

Dreihundert deutsche Männer, schrieb Walther Rathenau zu Beginn des 20. Jahrhunderts, bestimmten die wirtschaftlichen Geschicke des Kontinents. Er meinte das enge Geflecht aus Bankiers, Industriekapitäns und Lobbyisten, das sich mit dem Aufstieg von Firmen wie der Allianz, Krupp oder Siemens herausgebildet hatte. Man kannte einander, man sprach miteinander – und man sprach sich ab. Bis in die 1990er Jahre prägte dieses Netzwerk namens »Deutschland AG« die Politik und die Unternehmenskultur in der Bundesrepublik.

In Beverly Hills Manners, Lisa Gache offers a behind-the-scenes look at the unique social dilemmas of the residents of the hills of Beverly through the eyes of an etiquette expert tasked with transforming her awkward, boorish, and sometimes challenging clients into social virtuosos. From Saudi princesses to Oscar winners, talent agents to intelligence operatives, child actresses, butlers, and football players, Lisa has amassed an astounding roster.

Learn the skills you need to succeed in life as a man. Have you ever felt unsure about what to do when you're facing a new social situation or meeting new people? In this updated and revised edition of How to be a Gentleman you will learn everything a man needs to know to navigate the ins and...

This program is read by the author. The definitive guide to communicating and connecting in a hybrid world. Email replies that show up a week later. Video chats full of “oops sorry no you go” and “can you hear me?!” Ambiguous text-messages. Weird punctuation you can’t make heads or...

The Modern Gentleman’s Guide to Etiquette: A Timeless Handbook for Grace, Confidence, and Social Mastery In an era where social norms evolve faster than ever, The Modern Gentleman’s Guide to Etiquette offers a definitive roadmap for men seeking to navigate life with poise, confidence, and impeccable manners. Whether stepping into a high-stakes business meeting, hosting a refined dinner party, or mastering digital interactions, this book equips today’s gentleman with the tools to leave a lasting impression in every social and professional setting. Blending traditional values with ...

Refinement of Manner will set you on a journey to a finer, more elegant lifestyle, while encouraging and challenging you to become the best person you can be in all areas of life. Social, career, financial, home life... you can balance it all with grace, poise, and talent you never thought you had. This is your way to a greater, more fascinating you! This is the book on becoming beyond mannerly to absolutely elegant and refined. Here are the tools to becoming a refined elegant woman of the 21st century.

Thrive in a world with unwritten rules… before now. The Corporate Life Survival Guide is a detailed how-to book on mastering office politics. With chapters on workplace life, situations to avoid, and achieving a work/life balance, it draws on the author’s quarter century of experience as an employee, contractor, and consultant. Insightful guidance and illustrative anecdotes will help you understand important missteps, the consequences, and how to prevent them. Always practical, the book will quickly improve the savvy of workers who are new to office life, making a successful career ...

Medieval people are often portrayed as having poor hygiene and table manners—licking their knives or throwing chicken bones on the floor. In the Middle Ages, however, such behavior was not tolerated. Medieval society cherished order in nearly every facet of life, from regular hand-washing to daily prayer. There were consequences if you didn’t adhere to the rules of good behavior: you wouldn’t be invited to the lord’s next dinner, you wouldn’t win the battle, and you wouldn’t win the lady.

The Etiquette Edge gives you a crash course on modern business manners. New advice explains how to navigate sticky situations at work, including digital interactions that are easy to misinterpret - and hard to mend. From interviewing etiquette and dress codes to working in close quarters and communicating upward, you'll master the essentials of making a great impression and building relationships.

Meeting strangers at a party, alone in the elevator with the CEO, declining a second date because the first was a disaster - social situations apply a lot of pressure to do and say the right thing. 50 Essential Etiquette Lessons shows you the best way to approach these common challenges with confidence and ease. Never mind putting your pinkies up when you drink tea - this guide is packed with modern examples of how to handle any sticky situation.

Minding your manners is an acquired skill, but what serves you well elsewhere could trip you up in Japan. Save yourself possible embarrassment with Etiquette Guide to Japan. An inside look at Japanese social graces, it answers all the questions of the thoughtful traveler. Extensive, specific information on Japanese business etiquette assists listeners traveling to Japan for business.   

From family meals at home to fine dining in restaurants, The Art of Dining Well—Everything You Need to Know to Shine at the Table will prepare you to dine with anyone, anywhere in the world! This exceptional book is a complete step-by-step guide that will teach you all you need to know to shine at the table. You will learn how to “read” table settings, how to properly hold and use your silverware for each of the courses, how to eat various foods, how to graciously toast your host, and many more of the finer points of dining skills and table manners.Patricia Napier-Fitzpatrick, author,...

An authoritative and witty guide to modern table manners for all occasions by one of the world's most acclaimed chefs and restaurateurs Table Manners is an entertaining and practical guide to manners for everyone and every occasion. Whether you are a guest at a potluck or the host of a dinner...

Meetings shouldn’t feel like a waste of time. They should be productive, respectful, and energizing. This book shows you how. Did you know that nearly one-quarter of a businessperson’s time is spent in meetings—and even more for CEOs? That’s why effective, respectful, and results-driven meetings aren’t just nice to have—they’re essential. Polished & Productive: Business Meeting Etiquette That Works is your go-to guide for mastering the art of the meeting. Whether you’re leading the charge or taking a seat at the table, this book equips you with the tools to contribute ...

Feel confident and prepared for all situations. What do you say when asking to borrow the family car? What’s the expected behavior for a first date—or the prom? What’s the secret to nailing an interview or staying organized in school? If you’ve ever wondered how to navigate the social maze of teen life, Etiquette and Essential Life Skills for the Socially Savvy Teen-- Feel Confident in All Situations by Rebecca Black is your go-to guide. From the former owner of Etiquette Now!, Rebecca Black has taught thousands through her acclaimed workshops. Now, her expert advice is available in...

"You'll be amazed at how fast you can learn how to start a conversation just by listening to this audiobook and by practicing the skills with everyone you meet! Just think how much more confident, poised, and successful you'll feel when you can walk into a roomful of strangers and strike up a...