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January 31, 2020
Office romances happen. Quite often, they lead to long-term relationships and sometimes marriage. But starting a romance with a co-worker can have unforeseen consequences. In the worst-case scenario, your office romance can lead to uncomfortable situations and unplanned or forced resignations. Before you make the leap into an office romance, consider these tips:
Check the Rulebook
Find out what your employer’s policies are on the topic of office relationships before you start the romance. Some companies are more traditional and have zero tolerance when it comes to office romances, whereas other companies are more accepting. If you’ve already been dating, disclose your office romance to your HR person as soon as possible. Some firms require you to follow certain guidelines or inform other staff members.
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Posted by Margaret Page in Valentines Day, Business, Business Etiquette, Everyday Etiquette, Wedding Etiquette and tagged love, Office love, office romance, workplace romance, romance, office etiquette, relationships, couples
October 15, 2019
Weddings are probably the most common event where #toasting etiquette comes into play. The emcee, the groom, the best man, the person toasting the bride and even from the bride herself may give toasts. We’ve heard them all, from exceptional toasts to the worst toasts. My work associate told me about her wedding 26 years ago when the best man stood up to toast the bridesmaids. “The bridesmaids look lovely and the food was good.” Wow, OK. Not the worst toast I have ever heard, but certainly not the most exceptional or memorable.
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Posted by Margaret Page in Business, Personal development, Uncategorized, Dining Etiquette, Etiquette Tips, Wedding Etiquette and tagged toasting etiquette, wedding, Toasting, emcee
April 8, 2011
With spring comes weddings, lots and lots of weddings. And if you know someone who is tying the knot in the next few months, you’re probably invited to a bridal shower (or two…or three). And if you’re the maid of honor—and it’s your first time with this honor—you probably have a few bridal shower etiquette questions.
Q: Who should host the bridal shower?
A: Traditionally, the maid or matron of honor hosts the wedding shower.
Q: When should a bridal shower be held?
A: At least 4 – 6 weeks before the wedding.
Q: Who should be invited to the shower?
A: Showers are intimate gatherings for people close to the bride—not a way to fill the kitchen cupboards! If you’re planning the shower, ask the bride for a guest list. Don’t invite anyone to the shower who is not invited to the wedding.
Q: Does the hostess traditionally bring a gift for the bride?
A: Yes. It is customary for the hostess to get the bride a gift for the shower, along with the guests.
Q: How much should I spend on a gift?
A: Appropriate gift etiquette is to give as much as you can afford. The average price range for a bridal shower gift is anywhere from $20 – $100.
Q: When does the bride open her gifts?
A: Gifts are opened at the bridal shower. The bridesmaids typically take notes during this time so that the bride has a reference of who gave her what, to use when writing her personal thank-you notes.
BONUS: Just For the Bride
During the bridal shower, be sure to personally thank each guest individually. Thank them not only for coming to the shower, but also for the gift.
Be sure to send thank-you notes to all the shower guests, as well as those who couldn’t attend, but sent a gift. Thank you notes should be sent out within 48 hours of the bridal shower. I know it sounds obvious, but please don’t email your thank-you notes. Even though weddings are becoming more and more casual, there are some things—like handwritten thank you notes—that will always be in style.
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Posted by Margaret in Wedding Etiquette and tagged bridal shower etiquette, bride, gift giving etiquette, wedding, wedding shower etiquette
February 16, 2010
I recently traveled to Las Vegas for my daughter’s wedding – a real-life, Rock-n-Roll Elvis wedding.
My friends had to chuckle at the idea of an Etiquette Maven at an Elvis wedding, as if this was somehow a volatile combination. But the truth is, I was completely charmed by the whole event! “Elvis” was so engaging; he had the whole group singing and dancing. It was fun, light-hearted, full of music and spirit, and most certainly memorable.
When I returned home and expressed my delight, those chuckling friends were so surprised. “We never thought you’d enjoy something so tacky as a fat singer in a sequined, polyester jumpsuit – and at a wedding, no less!”
It was my turn to chuckle. Their idea of an etiquette maven was so cliché – prim and proper and restrained – and in their minds, an Elvis wedding was 180° the opposite!
So, for the record, I’ll say it again:
Etiquette is all about having a good time – and making sure others are too. It doesn’t matter if you’re wearing a velvet cape and crown or shiny gold polyester. If you make your guests feel welcome, comfortable and carefree, that’s social grace.
And in that light, it was a roaring success. In fact, at the end of the evening, I just couldn’t help myself… I took my exit with a curled lip and a jaunty little smile, saying, “Thank you, thank you very much…” because it truly was a lovely event.
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Posted by Margaret in Wedding Etiquette and tagged Elvis wedding, Las Vegas
