How to Properly Place the Glasses at the Dining Table

Posted on Categories Empowerment, International Etiquette and Protocol
You will be serving fish as the appetizer, the main entry will be a pork tenderloin with a sweet sauce. You have a great Chardonnay to pair with the appetizer and then an amazing Cabernet Sauvignon which will go great with the pork. But, how do you place the glasses on the table?

There are three ways you can arrange the glasses at the table:

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A Gratitude Inspired Activity for Your Child Perfect for the Holidays

Posted on Categories Leadership & Social Skills, Youth Social Skills
Holidays are here, and you know what comes with that right?! An excessive amount of pressure to spend. Spending, spending, spending…. our biggest headache and stress: the gifts and not disappointing our kids. I love the magic of the holidays, but I do get worried that they are growing up in a time in which buying and spending money is most of what they see in the media.

But this season also has a side that is immensely beautiful, a side that tells us what it is really about!

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How to Give a Great Toast

Posted on Categories Empowerment, International Etiquette and Protocol, Leadership & Social Skills
In many weddings, the best man traditionally offers a toast for the bride and groom, but a toast is not only offered in weddings, we can also offer it at various events as well such as parties, celebrations or special occasions. How do you make a good toast? Take a look at these 12 tips that will help you give an elegant and proper toast on any occasion.

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