When you’re dining with business colleagues, are you more focused on which fork to use than on the conversation? If you’re nodding your head in agreement, you aren’t alone. Many young professionals are not as confident about their table manners as they would like to be. Today’s dining is decidedly casual: lunch from a food … Read More
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Understanding Workplace Friendships
We spend a lot of time at work, so it is only natural to develop friendships with colleagues and bosses. But workplace friendships are different from the friendships in our personal lives. And not understanding the difference between the two can spell trouble at work.
Top 5 Social Media Etiquette Tips for Young Professionals
If you are in your early career years, the online universe is second nature to you. After all, you’ve been posting, tweeting, and sharing for most of your life. However, your new role as an employee requires that you take a second look at this potent communication tool to ensure that you present your best self … Read More
What You Should Know About Positive Body Language in the Workplace
Do you know that there is power in your body language? How you sit, stand, and make eye contact at work can affect the quality of your relationships and can help or hinder your opportunities for advancement. In fact, the power of body language is so great that if what comes out of your mouth … Read More
7 Essential Email Etiquette Tips for Young Professionals
By Stayce Wagner, Spencer Crane Etiquette, LLC When you think about your personal brand, do you think of how you dress and how you act? Most young professionals do. But what about how you email? A well-crafted email helps you to make a positive impression by showcasing your professionalism. That’s the good news. The catch … Read More