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Proper etiquette isn’t a hoity-toity thing of the past, but rather something we should all be aware of for everyday life. Whether you’re curious about current etiquette rules or etiquette mistakes that you should avoid at all costs, you’ve come to the right place

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50 Little Etiquette Rules You Should Always Practice

These tips will help you mind your manners.

How to Write a Sick-Day Email—Plus Templates to Use When You’re Under the Weather

When you feel miserable, it’s hard to craft the perfect sick-day email. We’ve done the hard part for you, so...


10 Wedding Gift Etiquette Rules Everyone Should Follow, According to Experts

Invited to a wedding? Don't let gift-giving etiquette stress you out. Our experts offer up top tips on how to...


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Here’s How Much to Tip for a Massage

An etiquette expert and a massage therapist reveal tipping advice for when, how and how much to tip for a...


23 Email Etiquette Rules You Still Need to Follow

Email etiquette rules change as fast as technology—make sure you stay on top of them!

How to Say No to Kids at a Wedding Without Offending Anyone

Planning an adults-only big day? Etiquette experts share their secrets for saying no to kids at a wedding with elegance...


This Is What a Nail Tech First Notices About You

From the polish you choose to the state of your cuticles, nail techs are gathering valuable intel during an appointment

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Here’s How Much You Should Spend on an Engagement Ring, According to Experts

You want the moment to be amazing, so don’t let the question of how much to spend on an engagement...


100 “Good Morning” Messages That Will Wake Them Up with a Smile

Looking for the perfect way to make someone's day brighter? From funny to heartwarming to supportive, these "good morning" messages...


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Here’s How Much to Tip at the Nail Salon

Don't let a headache over how much to tip at the nail salon ruin the fun of getting your next...


Do You Know How Much to Tip? Test Your Tipping Etiquette

See if you can answer these tricky questions on tipping and find out if you've been giving the right amount...

Here’s How Much to Tip Hotel Housekeeping

Etiquette experts reveal tipping advice for hotel stays, including when, how, and how much to tip housekeeping.


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Here’s How Much to Tip Your Hairdresser

Have a hair appointment coming up? Find out how much to tip your hairdresser and the assistant stylists—and how much...


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The New Tipping Etiquette: How Much to Tip in Every Situation, from Salons to Restaurants to Drivers...

The pandemic changed tipping etiquette. Here's what you need to know about when, what, and how to tip now.


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14 Obscure Etiquette Rules You Probably Break All the Time

When it comes to eating, talking on the phone, or even introducing people, you're probably guilty of these not-etiquette-sanctioned behaviors.


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What Does RSVP Mean on an Invite?

Even if you know what you're supposed to do, can you answer the question “What does RSVP stand for?”

50 Acts of Kindness for Kids to Do to Make the World a Better Place

Kids may be little, but they can make a big difference in the world by performing these simple acts of...


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16 Forgotten Manners Every Parent Should Teach Their Child

Saying "please" and "thank you" is just the tip of the iceberg.


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25 Rude Restaurant Habits You Need to Stop ASAP

Stacking your dishes, passing the salt, using the wrong bread plate, and more: Avoid making rude mistakes while dining out.


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Dining Out with Your Dog: 15 Etiquette Tips to Always Follow

Just because they can sit on your lap, it doesn't mean they should!


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14 Zoom Etiquette Rules You Need to Follow

Making eye contact is important—so look directly into the camera, not at the person you're talking to. (Oops.)


These Are the Most—and the Least—Polite Zodiac Signs

If politeness is the GPS you use to navigate life, you'll appreciate this guide that will help you understand what...


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13 Habits That Untrustworthy People Have in Common

From a lack of integrity to dominating the conversation, here's what you should know about untrustworthy people.


11 Polite Habits Most People Secretly Dislike

You mean well, but some of the things you do in an attempt to be polite may actually bother the...


16 Questions Polite People Never Ask

While your intentions may come from the right place, you need to think about how a question will make the...

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15 Polite Habits Retail Workers Secretly Dislike

You may think you're lending a helping hand, but your good deed could make more work for employees


16 Etiquette Mistakes Everyone Is Making at Retail Stores

Yep, that means you! Here are the missteps you’re probably making every time you head to a store—and what...


8 Polite Habits McDonald’s Employees Secretly Dislike

Sometimes good intentions miss the mark when we're trying to be cordial at McDonald's. Here are the habits to avoid,...


8 Etiquette Mistakes Everyone Makes at a Steakhouse

Steakhouse etiquette is designed to create a formal-but-friendly experience, but all those rules can seem stuffy. Warm up the experience...


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If You See These 11 Behaviors, Your Dog Might Need Obedience Training

A little help can go a long way with everything from poor leash manners to general nervousness—and ensure that your...