I of course think it's important to have excellent etiquette, but there can be times when you simply must let go of certain things. I bring this up because a friend of mine just returned from a dinner … [Read more...]
Do You Make Too Many Excuses?
A friend of mine knows a woman through work who always seems to be complaining about other people in the industry. It seems everyone is a backstabber, or has done her wrong. Even people my friend has … [Read more...]
Helping Others During The Holidays
Are you doing anything to give back this holiday season? As we splash out on our Christmas decorations and spend a fortune on presents for our nearest and dearest, let's not forget those who are less … [Read more...]
Dealing With Offensive Remarks
When I was traveling in India, I was approached at a cafe by a man who also happened to be American. He had clearly had a few drinks, but I was polite when he struck up a conversation. Noting my … [Read more...]
Civility During Troubling Times
The past week and a half has been a trying time for us all. As a French-American woman, my heart aches for Paris. As a citizen of the world, my heart also aches for Syrian refugees who encounter … [Read more...]