It is an honor to be invited into a person’s home. The moment you enter the front door you are ushered into the place where they live, love, celebrate, and surround themselves with things that bring them joy. This intimate experience cannot be duplicated in the finest restaurant or beautiful hotel. Home is designed to be a sacred place and a quick few reminders can help everyone enjoy the experience.Continue reading
8 October 2013 
Civility in the Workplace
8 October 2013 By 1 Comment
“Civility is not a mechanical act. Civility is a condition of the heart.” ~ Eloquent Bytes by Deborah King
A Dallas lounge made the morning news after they posted the names of individuals who did not show up for their reservations the night before on Facebook. As you can imagine, emotionally charged posts lit up their page. Some thought their decision was extreme and rude, while others appreciated their bold stand saying something must be done to hold people accountable.Continue reading
20 February 2013 
The Power of Social Capital
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People do business with those they know, like, and trust. In fact, they will drive further and spend more if they know they’ll be treated well.
Business owners focus a great deal of time, effort, and finances on how they can attract new customers and increase their profits. But, have you ever noticed that slick ads and marketing gimmicks alone do not generate long-term business success?Continue reading
25 January 2013 
How to Avoid That Awkward Date
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So, what is a “date”? Letitia Baldrige, world-famous etiquette expert, defines a date as any time two people agree to meet on a specific day at a specific time for the purpose of doing something special. Often we think of a date only in a romantic context, but we also set dates with our family and friends.Continue reading
8 January 2013 
Six Tips to Minimize Back-to-School Stress
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The return to school is a time of excitement and can be a time of anxiety for families. The carefree days of summer have ended and early mornings, long days, and packed schedules resume.
Here are six tips that can help reduce back-to-school stress. Continue reading
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