Poised for Success by Jacqueline Whitmore

29 Jun

Royalty Etiquette: How to Meet & Greet William and Kate

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Prince William of Wales and his bride, Catherine, also known as the newly minted Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, are set to make their debut as a married couple to North America on Thursday, heading first to Canada and then to Southern California. And while the couple views this trip as a working visit, they’ll be promoting Britain through “the prism of their own interests” a palace source says.

Rest assured that protocol standards will likely be more relaxed for Will and Kate than they were when Queen Elizabeth II visited New York City last July. However, if you’re one of the lucky ones to meet the royal couple, you’ll want to put your best foot forward. Keep in mind that William and Kate have immense power and influence and are representatives of one of the oldest and most revered institutions in the world. With that being said, there are still some important protocols to observe if you want to avoid making an egregious gaffe.

To help me compile this list of royalty etiquette tips, I conferred with my friend and fellow etiquette expert across the pond, William Hanson. Read more

June 29, 2011 | Filed Under Royalty Etiquette | 1 Comment 

Jacqueline Recommends: The Power of Civility

The Power of Civility brings 18 leading civility professionals together, including Jules Hirst, Suzanne Nourse, and Cheryl Walker-Robertson, to showcase their expertise, proficiency, and skill in the field. The Power of Civility covers eclectic topics ranging from civility on college campuses to making civility a lifestyle, allowing the reader to become more savvy in each subject area. This book is rich with content, with each author leaving the reader with tips to succeed.

All the authors do a terrific job of taking modern technologies and lifestyles into consideration with their tips, along with acquainting the reader with the origins and traditions of passing on civility. I especially enjoyed reading chapter 5, The Power of Leadership Civility: Leading by Example, by Laura Barclay. Laura includes a valuable list of ways in which leaders demonstrate civility in the workplace and the many benefits that these leadership skills can bring.

Above all, The Power of Civility gives the readers the tools necessary to master protocol in networking, dining, and interpersonal relationships. The reader can apply the knowledge they acquire from this book to both their personal and professional lives. After reading this book, the reader is sure to feel more confident in handling social situations with ease and grace.

The book retails for $24.00. Click here to order.

June 25, 2011 | Filed Under Civility | Leave a Comment 

Practice Good Pet Etiquette During “Take Your Dog To Work Day”

My Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Oliver, hard at work.

Today is Take Your Dog To Work Day and in honor of this special occasion, here are some etiquette tips courtesy of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.

When you show up with your dog at the office on Take Your Dog to Work Day, make sure he is prepared to meet several new people and possibly other dogs. He should have lots of practice with polite greetings before the big day so that he knows what your expectations are.

When your dog is greeting new people, have him sit politely until released for greetings. Not everyone in your office will want to meet him, and those who do will be especially pleased with his manners.

A cute trick never hurts. Teach your dog to shake hands with people that he meets by holding your fist up to his nose. When he lifts his paw, even a little, praise him and give him a treat. Practice this until he can give up his paw on command. Then have him practice with different people so he is an expert. Read more

June 24, 2011 | Filed Under Pet Etiquette | Leave a Comment 

Tipping Etiquette in 1948

Here are the guidelines for tipping your hairdresser, manicurist, bootblack and delivery boy in 1948, according to the classic Vogue’s Book of Etiquette. Read more

June 15, 2011 | Filed Under Tipping Etiquette | Leave a Comment 

Therapy Dog Brings Smiles To Children

In September of 2008, Bryan Townsend and his intelligent pup Trigger joined forces to contribute to local area hospitals’ Animal Assisted program, which gives children the opportunity to interact with a friendly pet during their time at the hospital. After a few visits, Bryan realized the positive impact a simple visit from a dog like Trigger could have on these children undergoing therapy. Read more

June 13, 2011 | Filed Under Inspiration | Leave a Comment 

15 Essential E-Mail Etiquette Tips

E-mail is one of the most efficient ways of staying in touch with customers, coworkers and clients. It’s faster than sending a letter, less intrusive than a phone call, less hassle than a fax, and often more convenient for the recipient. Because of these benefits, it has become pervasive in our corporate culture. Here are 15 essential e-mail etiquette tips that can be found in my book, Business Class.

1. Use the subject line to inform. An e-mail’s importance is often determined by its subject line. Keep the subject line brief, specific, and relevant or else the receiver might accidentally delete or mistake your e-mail for spam or an unsolicited advertisement. Read more

June 11, 2011 | Filed Under E-mail Etiquette, E-mail Etiquette, Techno-Etiquette | 4 Comments 

Seven Ways To Avoid Being a Weiner on the Web

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ep. Anthony Weiner changed his story this afternoon, admitting that he was the man who both took and sent the crotch photo of himself via Twitter. As social media continues to spread and sites like Twitter and Facebook become more widely used, both public figures and private individuals should be mindful of the information they share on the Web. Here are some Twitter etiquette tips that Laura Pulido, the CEO of The Protocol Institute, and I shared with the Wall Street Journal today. Read more.

June 6, 2011 | Filed Under Techno-Etiquette, Twitter | Leave a Comment