The Etiquette Factory

Life Lessons

• 1 Introduction: What is Etiquette?
• 2 Integrity
• 3 Saying Hello
• 4 Four Points to a Proper Introduction
• 5 Stand Up
• 6 Introductions
• 7 More Introduction Etiquette
• 8 Addressing Adults
• 9 When to Shake Hands
• 10 The Magic Words
• 11 Making Mistakes
• 12 Blaming Others
• 13 Tact
• 14 Rudeness
• 15 Giving and Receiving Apologies
• 16 Accepting the Word "No"
• 17 When is it OK for you to say No?
• 18 1st Request
• 19 Empathy
• 20 Rules of Borrowing
• 21 Sharing
• 22 Eating--A Tim for Friends
• 23 Never Allow Others to Sit Alone
• 24 Eating at School
• 25 Setting the Table
• 26 More Polite Table Suggestions
• 27 Table Linens
• 28 Proper Use of Napkins
• 29 Sitting Politely at the Table
• 30 Thanking the Cook
• 31 Wait
• 32 Dining Considerations
• 33 Buffet Lines
• 34 Passing the Food
• 35 Correct Use of Utensils
• 36 American Style of Dining
• 37 Serving & Buttering Bread
• 38 Removing Unwanted Items
• 39 Forks or Fingers?
• 40 Accidents at the Table
• 41 Taking the Last Bite
• 42 Posture Sends a Message
• 43 Plates shouldn't Sparkle
• 44 Community Eating
• 45 No Licking
• 46 Heaping Plates
• 47 Continental Style of Dining
• 48 Soup Etiquette
• 49 Don't Forget
• 50 A Note to All
• 51 Attending Parties
• 52 Party Invitations
• 53 Thoughtful Gift Giving
• 54 Receiving Gifts Graciously
• 55 Arriving to the Party
• 56 Birthday Boy/Girl--Center of Attention
• 57 Participating at a Party
• 58 Declining Party Foods
• 59 Thanking the Host
• 60 Sending "Thank You" Cards
• 61 When to Send Cards
• 62 Wedding Anniversary Gifts
• 63 Gifts for the Host
• 64 Conversation Etiquette
• 65 Balance in Coversation
• 66 Think Before We Speak
• 67 Never Reveal Confidences
• 68 Being Positive
• 69 Keep it Interesting
• 70 Interrupting
• 71 Conversation "No-No's"
• 72 Entering Group Conversation
• 73 Exiting Conversation
• 74 Filtering Our Conversation
• 75 Appropriate Gender Conversation
• 76 Slamming Doors
• 77 Telephone Manners
• 78 Telephone Safety
• 79 Good Behavior While Others are on the Phone
• 80 Cell Phone Etiquette
• 81 Text Messaging
• 82 Social Networking Etiquette
• 83 Teasing
• 84 Cyber Bullying
• 85 Gossiping
• 86 Potty Mouth
• 87 Losing Control
• 88 Good Hygiene
• 89 Bodily Cleanliness
• 90 No Grooming in Public
• 91 Clothes are Important
• 92 Dragon Breath
• 93 Taking Advantage
• 94 Family Loyalty
• 95 Respecting Sibling's Property
• 96 Respecting Other's Property
• 97 Personal Space
• 98 Grocery Karts and Cars
• 99 Disposing of Trash Properly
• 100 Visiting Other's Homes
• 101 Riding in Other's Cars
• 102 Pet Etiquette
• 103 Swimming Etiquette
• 104 Music, TV & Movie Etiquette
• 105 Proper Etiquette During Entertainment
• 106 Entering & Exiting Rows
• 107 Etiquette Playing Games
• 108 Spectator & Sporting Events
• 109 Playground Etiquette
• 110 Acts of Kindness toward Ladies
• 111 Acts of Kindness toward the Elderly
• 112 Etiquette Towards those with Disabilities
• 113 Etiquette When Friends Come Over
• 114 Guest Basket
• 115 Being a Vaque Guest
• 116 Being a Good Neighbor
• 117 Etiquette in the Classroom
• 118 Respect for Mom & Dad
• 119 Keeping our Rooms Clean
• 120 Houses of Worship
• 121 Removal of Hats
• 122 Etiquette While Walking
• 123 A Sign of Respect for a Lady
• 124 Never Take More Than Your Share
• 125 Removal of Coats
• 126 Gentlemen Never Leave a Lady
• 127 Borrowing Money
• 128 Sitting Gracefully
• 129 Unannounced Visits a "No No"
• 130 Judge Not
• 131 Etiquette Regarding Other's Beliefs and Customs
• 132 Funeral Etiquette
• 133 Biking Etiquette
• 134 Wedding Etiquette
• 135 Entering & Exiting an Elevator
• 136 Choosing Great Friends
• 137 Hold Advice Until Asked
• 138 Flag Etiquette
• 139 Toasting Etiquette
• 140 Gratuity
• 141 Babysitter Etiquette
• 142 Time for Goodbye