We’re doing something different and fun with today’s blog post! Rent.com recently asked a group of property managers and etiquette experts (including yours truly) their thoughts on being a good neighbor. The article, “Won’t You Be My Neighbor? 14 Things You Need to Know About Being a Good Neighbor,” is featured on Rent.com’s blog and … Read More
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3 Tips for Less Awkward, More Engaging Small Talk
Imagine you’re at a networking event, making small talk with strangers like a pro—surfing topics from pop culture to positive current events. Smiling, laughing, building your network, and wait for it . . . having fun! No awkward silences and stale, recycled conversations about sports and the weather. You’re not dreaming; it is possible. It just takes … Read More
5 Dos and Don’ts of Online Meeting Etiquette
It’s official. Businesses are embracing the remote work model. According to experts, 40.7 million American professionals will be fully remote in the next five years. What does this mean for young professionals? This means that your online meeting etiquette needs to be flawless from day one because online meetings could be the primary—or only—face-to-face communication … Read More
Corporate Dining: Who Pays the Bill?
Quick question: When you’re dining with your boss, client or colleagues, who should pay the bill? Throughout your career, you may attend many business meals. Some meals may be at casual sandwich shops, others may be at upscale restaurants. Whether the venue is humble or fancy, you should know the answer to this critical question: … Read More
How to Make Good First Impressions for Business Professionals
Are you a newbie wondering how to get a competitive edge at work? If so, consider two words: first impressions. First impressions are critical to how you are perceived and can play a significant part in you being seen as a leader and reaching the next level in your career. According to body language experts, … Read More
Shared Workspace Etiquette
Open-concept workspaces are practical and affordable. Whether you work remotely or frequently travel, an open workspace in a co-working facility can offer you the convenience of a professional office when you need it without the burden and cost of maintaining a private office. While these are great benefits, sharing a workspace with strangers can be … Read More
Dining Etiquette for Business Meals
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
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
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