Even though my friend was the mother of the groom and not in charge of the wedding,  I knew the weekend affairs would be lovely because of previous parties I had attended given by my friend.  This one was, however, going to be even more special.  Some of the people hosting parties and attending the wedding are famous dignitaries.   I knew the events would be first class and sophisticated.  Often when a person receives invitations such as these, they immediately think “Do I know how to handle myself in this situation?”  You know the reception will be a very formal dinner with four or five courses served. You think “Will I know which fork to use?”   You also know that there will be many new people and some dignitaries who you will be meeting.  You then think to yourself    “Do I know how to greet someone properly and how to introduce people properly?”  All sorts of etiquette questions run through your mind when you think of the type of  situation you will be in at the affair.

Fortunately, I was taught etiquette at an early age growing up in my small hometown.  Manners were just a way of life.  I was most fortunate to have the benefit of learning manners and practicing them so that they became second nature.    In most social situations throughout my life, I have felt properly prepared.  After receiving my  certification as an etiquette consultant, I feel even more confident of being able to handle myself in various social situations. I knew  I could attend the wedding festivities and not worry about feeling uncomfortable or out of place with my manners.   None of us likes to be placed in a situation where we don’t know what is proper.  It embarrasses us, and this hinders our ability to shine as the wonderful people that we are.

If you feel the need to polish your manners, read an etiquette book or better  yet, take an etiquette class.  You will be amazed at how much you will learn, and you will find that it is not an overwhelming task to learn some new etiquette tips.

If you have had an experience where you were not prepared and would like to share it, please do.  Or if you were in a situation and your manners led the way, please share this.  Any comments are welcome.

Questions or comments are always appreciated.

Ginny Brown
The Etiquette School of Northeast Georgia
Hoschton, Georgia (Hamilton Mill area, Dacula, GA)
Email Ginny Brown
678-889-4814 office
770-296-4159 cell

http://etiquette-blog.com

Topics  Covered

1. Introductions – learn the four rules of introductions
2. First Impressions – learn how to make a good first impression so you will have more opportunities
3. Write a Proper Thank You Note – learn the skills for writing a proper note
4. Telephone and Techno Etiquette – learn the rules of cell phone usage and e-mail etiquette
5. Handshake – learn how to shake hands properly and demonstrate confidence
6. Dining Skills – learn how to navigate the place setting in a formal dinner

A formal dinner is included with this class.

Please e-mail me with any questions which you may have concerning this class.

Class size is limited.

The total cost including all materials and the dinner is $150.

Ginny Brown
The Etiquette School of Northeast Georgia
Hoschton, Georgia (Hamilton Mill area, Dacula, GA)
Email Ginny Brown
678-889-4814 office
770-296-4159 cell

http://etiquette-blog.com