by Melissa Case-Merritt | Aug 16, 2019 | Did You Know, Did You Know Topics
Do you know where to place your name tag?
According to Dale Carnegie, “A person’s name is, to that person, the sweetest and most important sound in any language.” Our names matter. Do you make people feel valued by using their name? Remembering a person’s name is a simple way to create connection, but it can be tricky. Thankfully, name tags help us learn and recall the powerful sound of people’s names.
Don’t want to be forgotten? Start by wearing your name tag in the right place. Learn where to place your name tag (and why!) in this tip!
by Melissa Case-Merritt | Jun 6, 2019 | Did You Know, Did You Know Topics
Do you know who should NOT drink during a toast?
A well-delivered toast can transform a simple meal into a memorable celebration. It can be the highlight of a wedding or special event. The modern toaster stands and delivers a brief, positive, heartfelt, and perhaps witty collection of words intended to honor the person being toasted. Everyone is asked to raise a glass in the recipient’s honor…and then what happens?
Learn who should NOT drink during a toast—and what they should do instead— in this tip!
by Melissa Case-Merritt | May 13, 2019 | Did You Know, Did You Know Topics
Did you know that it pays to be kind?
We have all heard the saying, “you’ll never regret being kind,” but do you believe it? Just one look at our social media feeds often begs the question, does being civil really pay off? We have the answer and it may surprise you. Learn the power of civility and take our Civility Awareness Quiz in this tip!
by Melissa Case-Merritt | Apr 10, 2019 | Did You Know, Did You Know Topics
Do you know how to choose clothing that flatters your body?
Have you ever found yourself not being able to pinpoint why a certain top or pair of pants doesn’t look quite right? You love the color and style, but every time you put it on you don’t feel great. The right outfit has the power to fuel your confidence. Some people embrace all their curves and feel fabulous in everything, which is wonderful! Others feel more confident when their less loved features are not highlighted. If the latter is you, here is one tip to help you choose an outfit that flatters your body in a way you love!
by Melissa Case-Merritt | Mar 12, 2019 | Did You Know, Did You Know Topics
Did you know that “Miss” and “Mrs.” should not be used in business?
Addressing men in business is clear: John Smith is formally addressed as Mr. Smith. But how should you address women in business? Women were traditionally addressed based on marital status. However, as society changed, so did etiquette! Learn how to address women in business today in this tip!
by Melissa Case-Merritt | Feb 7, 2019 | Did You Know, Did You Know Topics
Do you know the Rule of Ten for getting dressed?
Have you ever gotten dressed, looked in the mirror, and wondered if your outfit is a bit uninspired? Do you ever feel overlooked because of what you wear? Or perhaps your outfits are very busy, and your clothes are the focus of people’s attention.
To create a polished and strategic look, our goal is to choose items that captivate people’s attention without overwhelming them. Do you know when to amp up your outfit to avoid looking boring and when to scale a busy look back to keep the focus on you—not your clothes? Learn a powerful trick called The Rule of 10 for getting dressed in this month’s “Do You Know?”
