Thank You for Writing a Thank You Note! 4 Tips

Today I received a lovely ‘Thank You’ note from one of my clients.   My eyes naturally were drawn to the personal look of a handwritten note among the mass of pre-printed envelopes in my US mail.  This envelope was especially pretty!  The return address was imprinted on the envelope flap, and the thoughtful note inside was written on monogrammed stationery: Read more

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SXSW Music Etiquette 2012

There’s nothing quite like South by Southwest to remind us Austinites what makes our city so unique. With over 2000 bands playing at more than 90 venues in less than a week, we (and tens of thousands of visitors) get a true taste of this Live Music Capital of the World. Read more

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Business Etiquette on the Emerald Isle

May green be the grass you walk on,
May blue be the skies above you,
May pure be the joys that surround you,
May true be the hearts that love you.

Irish Blessing

Business Etiquette on the Emerald Isle

Business travel to Ireland? If you want the luck of the Irish, be prepared for your travel to Dublin, Limerick,  or Shannon. It is important to know that National Pride is strong in Ireland. Be sure to avoid referring to an Irish treasure as British or English. With the exception of the six counties that make up Northern Ireland, the country has been independent since 1922, after 800 years of British rule. The Irish people are lovely, and I have enjoyed my travel to this island tremendously. Here are 5 business etiquette tips for business travel to Ireland Read more

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Gala Etiquette: Social Season Tips

Last week I was fortunate to attend a lovely gala for the Westlake Chamber of Commerce at the Austin Country Club. I must admit, part of the fun was in the weeks leading up to the gala, when I was asked several questions regarding gala etiquette. Below are a few common questions that come up during the social season:

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Super Bowl Party Host Etiquette: Mind Your Game Day Manners!

Some of the greatest sports moments in history happen in the kitchen! ~ Anonymous

In 2011, the Super Bowl was the most watched TV program in U.S. history, with 106.5 million viewers, according to the Nielson Wire ratings. Last year’s Super Bowl game surpassed the long-time leading final episode of M*A*S*H (with 105.5 million viewers in 1983).  The NFL championship game is more than primetime television – it is a national tradition. Super Bowl game day is also the second largest food consumption day in the U.S., after Thanksgiving!  If you are hosting a game day watch party or attending one, the players are not the only ones being observed. Your manners will be watched too. Read these etiquette tips for game day success. Read more

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