Tomorrow is a big day in the city of Detroit. It’s the Tiger’s Home Opener and believe it or not, Scarlet’s never been. (don’t you dare judge). Well, tomorrow that’s all changing because we will be 100% in the thick of things. There’s only one small hurdle. Earlier that morning, there’s this little TV interview…
Today, Scarlet takes this show on the road! We’ll be in Georgia for the next few days, but the destination may not be the highlight. The process of getting to the destination is what we are more interested in. We always witness some of the most challenging and interesting etiquette encounters while traveling. Let’s see…
We all have a journey, a start and a path! Someway and somehow, you arrived at the place that you are today and thankfully you are currently reading this blog. The question is, how did you get here? What is your story? Sometimes, you hear some of the most inspiring, compelling and interesting life stories, and you may…
Gimme, Gimme, Gimme! Are you a giver or a taker?… Or have you strategically positioned yourself at a happy medium locale between the two? After a recent conversation with a friend, it dawned on me how frequently some particular professions are taken advantage of and expected to not be compensated for their professional advice and…
MOMENTUM. It’s hard to get and easy to lose. Nothing is worst than having a phenomenal amount of momentum and its killed by the tardy monster. Being late, especially when it’s chronic, is the worst. We define chronic lateness as an ongoing, unthoughtful disregard of your time, easily demonstrated by the lack of being on…
Did you Know? 80% of available jobs are never posted. Are your communication and networking skills helping or hindering your success? Scarlet Says…Get ready and stay ready by knowing effective communication and networking skills that you can use to be the best possible you in 2013! Business Etiquette
First impressions count: We all have our bad days, but limiting how they affect your attitude and appearance is best. You are often remembered for the rest of your life by your initial presentation. Look your best, offer a free smile and present the best possible version of you, every time. Tact always wins: We…
Isn’t it upsetting that it is expected that weddings will not start on time? No? Well, it should be… Your lost time can not be recouped. Those precious 10, 15, 20, 40, 60 or even 90 minutes that are wasted as you sit and wait for a wedding, a meeting, a date or a social…
Are you sick? Like, really sick? Is staying home an option? Scarlet Says… Staying home and avoiding spreading germs to others is proper etiquette. Your co-workers’ throats, lymph nodes, noses, eyes and chest will be forever grateful! Until next time, Scarlet
Them: “You look really nice today. That is a beautiful shirt.” You: “What, this old piece of crap?” It is ok, normal and acceptable to simply accept a compliment, instead of downplaying it. The simplest way to accept a compliment is to say thank you AND, if the situation warrants it, return a compliment to…