How To Be More Interesting: Part 1
When presenting business etiquette programs for corporations, I often recommend to get out and lead a “rich full life” for many reasons. If you want to be more interesting, a great guest at a dinner party, or a better conversationalist, get out and explore. Don’t be a wallflower, or the person who has nothing […]
How to Follow Up After a Job Interview
Following up after a job interview is crucial. For starters you need to send a strong well-written email within 12-24 hours of your interview. Writing a thank you note just doesn’t showcase your manners, but can also make or break your chance of landing your next position. This is not a step you want to […]
Cocktail Party Etiquette
Last night I attended a local event, Fashionably Late. It was a fundraiser for the Clarke School for Hearing and Speech. Local boutiques were there to showcase and sell beautiful things. It was fun to catch up with friends I have not seen in awhile and meet new ones. I like to take advantage of local events. It […]
Face to Face Networking and Social Media: Do You Need Both?
39% of Americans spend more time socializing online than in person. Focusing just on social media can hurt your career and your social skills in the real world. An article in TIMEMoneyland quotes Sherry Turkle, a professor at MIT, as saying “we have sacrificed conversation for mere connection”. She says this results in more […]
Are You Good at Multitasking?
According to an article in today’s Wall Street Journal, only 2.5% of us can multitask efficiently. The rest of us only think we can. Our brains are wired for “selective attention” and to do things well we need to focus on one thing at a time. Rule # 1 for business meeting etiquette is to […]
You Landed Your First Internship: Now What?
Internships give you the opportunity to learn about different company cultures in America. It is a great opportunity for you to learn more and explore your career choice and path. Twelve Tips to Be an Outstanding Intern: Be on time. Speak up and contribute. Don’t be a wallflower. Volunteer for anything and everything. Be […]
How to Get an Internship
There is not a greater opportunity for a college student to absorb how a business works that being an intern. Here are a few tips for those who want to get started on the internship track: Pick up the phone and make a human connection. Yes, that’s right. Stand out from the crowd and make […]
When and How to Write a Thank You Note
Never underestimate the power of a thank you note. A well-written and timely thank you note will set you apart from the crowd. Trust me. Many hiring managers are amazed at an applicants lack of follow-up. If you don’t follow-up, many assume you are just not interested or lack leadership skills. Thank You Notes for […]
Are You Creative at the Office?
One way to set yourself apart at work is to be creative. According to a recent Wall Street Journal article, anyone can be creative. In this article, Jonah Leher explains that creativity isn’t a magical trait that some are born with, but a skill that can be developed. Are you creative? Many hiring managers […]
Email Etiquette: Is it Important?
Email is our most common form of communicating. We rarely pick up the phone. 90% of us who use the internet at work use it for business email. Often, we forget that email or written communcation is a part our personal brand or first impression. Here are a few guidelines and tips to keep in […]
