Improve your manners, navigate uncomfortable social situations, and show greater kindness to others
Our world is constantly changing, but something that always remains true? Manners matter. Etiquette is about more than just knowing which fork to use at a fancy dinner or how to write a thank-you note. Modern Etiquette For Dummies shows you how to navigate tricky interpersonal scenarios and tough workplace dilemmas with ease. With the help of Dummies, you'll toss aside stuffy old notions of etiquette and discover how to conduct yourself in various environments. This book is full of helpful tips on tackling today's unique challenges, including how to use the right pronouns, how to behave on social media, how to maintain professionalism in hybrid work settings (like when is it okay to turn off your camera during a Zoom meeting?), and how to put your phone down so you can focus on what matters.
Learn important social expectations in informal, formal, and workplace settings Discover how to navigate pronouns when unsure of someone's gender identity Get up to date on the etiquette surrounding remote work, video calls, and more Improve your reputation and communicate better with friends and family
This Dummies reference is great for anyone who wants improved manners. Entering the business world? Traveling overseas? Hosting a dinner party? This is the book you need.
By:
Sue Fox
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 188mm,
Spine: 28mm
Weight: 476g
ISBN: 9781119982845
ISBN 10: 1119982847
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 09 December 2022
Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction 1 Part 1: Taking the First Steps to Better Etiquette 5 Chapter 1: Examining Today’s Etiquette Basics 7 Chapter 2: Becoming a Model of Good Manners 21 Chapter 3: Presenting Yourself Positively: Clothing, Grooming, and More 33 Part 2: Fostering Well-Mannered Relationships 49 Chapter 4: Focusing on Courtesy with Your Family 51 Chapter 5: Appreciating the Art of Friendships and Relationships 69 Chapter 6: Showing Civility in the Working World 87 Part 3: Communicating with Courtesy: Saying Everything Right 97 Chapter 7: Engaging in Polite Conversation 99 Chapter 8: Sharpening Your Written Correspondence 111 Chapter 9: Improving Your Phone Etiquette 127 Chapter 10: Crafting Appropriate Emails and Social Media Posts 143 Chapter 11: Communicating in the Business World 157 Part 4: That’s Entertainment! Meals, Parties, and Gifts 181 Chapter 12: Eating Meals with Elegance 183 Chapter 13: Celebrating the Wonders of Wine 209 Chapter 14: Hosting a Memorable Event 221 Chapter 15: Being a Gracious Guest 247 Chapter 16: Giving and Receiving Gifts Graciously 259 Part 5: Making the Most of Special Situations 277 Chapter 17: Marking Life’s Major Events 279 Chapter 18: On the Go: Travel Manners for Land, Sea, and Air 303 Chapter 19: Being Sensitive about Disabilities and Illnesses 323 Part 6: The Part of Tens 337 Chapter 20: Ten Airline Etiquette Tips 339 Chapter 21: Ten Social Etiquette Tips for All of Us 345 Index 351
Sue Fox is founder and president of Etiquette Survival, a professional development company that offers educational materials for individuals interested in starting their own etiquette consulting businesses, as well as corporate trainers and teaching professionals who would like to incorporate etiquette training into their classrooms.
