The cry for civility is sweeping our land—due in part to acts of incivility played out hourly on television, in sports, online, and in our government. These uncivil acts spread like wildfire through social media, repeated again and again until they are seared into our memory. Even when apologies have been delivered and accepted, the tarnished reputation of the offender may never fully recover. Continue reading
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- As humans, we are wired to trust, we want to trust and have a connection with our tribe. ~Christine Comaford 28 February 2017 22:08
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4 Ways to Improve Your Social Skills and Expand Your World
19 November 2012 By Mrs King Leave a Comment
Your social comfort zone establishes the boundaries for your life. Most people take the same route to work every day, eat the same food, shop at the same stores, and visit with the same friends. We are creatures of habit, and we tend to repeat behavior—unless something forces us to make a change. Is your […]
Resolve to Audit Your Personal Brand
3 January 2017 By Mrs King Leave a Comment
Visit a Starbucks anywhere in the world, and you will encounter a familiar experience: friendly, knowledgeable baristas who serve made to order cups of coffee in recognizable green and white cups. Starbucks’ memorable brand builds trust with customers and keeps them coming back, even though they often pay a bit more for their favorite beverage. […]
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Deborah King, AICI CIP, CPC, CPECP, is President of Final Touch Finishing School – the premier finishing school in the United States. Her passion is to equip people from all walks of life with the necessary skills to move confidently from the informal to the formal with ease and grace. Mrs. King has over 35 years of experience in the civility, etiquette, and image industry. Mrs. King serves as a reliable resource to the media and travels extensively both domestically and internationally, teaching her principles of etiquette and poise to individuals aged five to seventy-five. A native of Seattle, she currently lives near Dallas, Texas.
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