Mastering Etiquette
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Why Mastering Etiquette Matters
A guide to understanding and applying Etiquette in a Multicultural World.
About Me
Hello! I’m Margaret, a Certified International Etiquette Consultant with a passion for exploring how etiquette connects cultures. I started this blog to dive deeper into the cultural side of etiquette and share insights that help you navigate diverse social settings with confidence.
Whether you’re traveling, studying abroad, or building international relationships, good etiquette helps you move with ease and respect. My goal is to make complex social customs simple, whether it’s dining etiquette, business dinners, or casual interactions.
With formal training from the International Etiquette & Protocol Academy of London, a Master’s in Business Psychology, and over a decade of experience in corporate and international environments, I help individuals build cultural awareness and confidence.
Through my holistic approach, blending culture, psychology, and etiquette guidelines, I empower clients to handle any situation with grace. I’m here to share tools that make etiquette simple and accessible, wherever you are.
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Why Mastering Etiquette Matters
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Etiquette daily
Etiquette tips for your daily life. Short article about things that your can do to showcase your basic etiquette skills and understanding and application of manners.
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Etiquette quiz
1. How should you place your napkin when attending a formal dinner?
a) Fold it neatly and leave it on your chair.
b) Place it on your lap as soon as you sit down.
c) Leave it on the table next to your plate.
d) Wipe your face and then fold it neatly.
Correct answer: b) Place it on your lap as soon as you sit down.
2. In which situation is it appropriate to interrupt someone during a conversation?
a) To add your opinion immediately after they finish a sentence.
b) When you disagree and need to correct them.
c) Only when the speaker asks for your input.
d) Interrupting is never polite in a conversation.
Correct answer: c) Only when the speaker asks for your input.
3. What is the proper way to greet someone you don’t know in a business setting?
a) Offer a firm handshake and introduce yourself.
b) Nod politely and wait for them to initiate.
c) Hug them if they seem friendly.
d) Avoid making eye contact to appear modest.
Correct answer: a) Offer a firm handshake and introduce yourself.
4. In a formal business email, which of the following is appropriate for closing?
a) Cheers,
b) Sincerely,
c) Later,
d) Bye,
Correct answer: b) Sincerely,
5. When is it considered rude to use your phone in a social setting?
a) During a formal meeting or presentation.
b) Only when you’re waiting for an important call.
c) Anytime someone else is speaking.
d) Both a) and c) are correct.
Correct answer: d) Both a) and c) are correct.