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February 11, 2022
Won’t You Be My Neighbor? 14 Things You Need To Know About Being A Good Neighbor
We’re doing something different and fun with today’s blog post! Rent.com recently asked a group of property managers and etiquette experts (including yours truly) their thoughts on being a good neighbor. The article, “Won’t You Be My Neighbor? 14 Things You Need to Know About Being a Good Neighbor,” is featured on Rent.com’s blog and reprinted in full below.
Many thanks to author Charlsie Niemiec for inviting me to contribute to the article.
I share my thoughts on being a good neighbor in ...
January 5, 2022
3 Tips for Less Awkward, More Engaging Small Talk
Imagine you’re at a networking event, making small talk with strangers like a pro—surfing topics from pop culture to positive current events. Smiling, laughing, building your network, and wait for it . . . having fun! No awkward silences and stale, recycled conversations about sports and the weather. You’re not dreaming; it is possible. It just takes a little planning and preparation. In this mini blog, let’s look at three easy tips that can help make small talk a less awkward and more engaging...
October 19, 2021
5 Dos and Don’ts of Online Meeting Etiquette
It’s official. Businesses are embracing the remote work model. According to experts, 40.7 million American professionals will be fully remote in the next five years.
What does this mean for young professionals?
This means that your online meeting etiquette needs to be flawless from day one because online meetings could be the primary—or only source of face-to-face communication that you have with your boss and colleagues. But no pressure, right? 
December 3, 2019
4 Gifts to Give Your Boss
Tis’ the season! The holidays are around the corner. Are you struggling to find the perfect gift for your boss? Yes, your boss. In today’s modern business world, it’s possible to buy your boss a holiday gift without appearing desperate – or worse, if you consider a few tips.
At Spencer Crane Etiquette, we show the young professional how modern business etiquette can boost her confidence and give her an edge over the competition.
Before deciding what to buy your boss, consider if you should...
November 11, 2019
Corporate Dining: Who Pays the Bill?
Quick question: When you’re dining with your boss, client or colleagues, who should pay the bill?
Throughout your career, you may attend many business meals. Some meals may be at casual sandwich shops, others may be at upscale restaurants. Whether the venue is humble or fancy, you should know the answer to this critical question:
Who pays?
“More business decisions occur over lunch and dinner than at any other time, yet no MBA courses are given on the subject.” Peter Drucker
The answer is – it depends!
The traditional rule is...
October 18, 2019
The Dos and Don’ts of Halloween Costumes at Work
Your organization’s annual Halloween costume contest is always a fun time. What are you planning to wear?
Friendly reminder: A costume with a label that starts with “sexy” won’t win Best Costume. Neither will a costume that makes a political statement, such as a shooting victim or a Chernobyl survivor. Instead of a prize, expect raised eyebrows and a meeting with Human Resources. Halloween should be fun, not offensive!
At Spencer Crane Etiquette, we show the young professional how modern business etiquette...
October 1, 2019
5 Essentials for a Successful Meeting
Work meetings are a waste of time, right? If you nodded in agreement, please reconsider. Sure, meetings can be inconvenient, and if we’re honest, a little boring. But meetings can also be an opportunity to highlight your leadership abilities and demonstrate that you are a team player.
In fact, mastering meeting etiquette can help you advance in your career. How is it done? In your early career years, being prepared and punctual is key.
At Spencer Crane Etiquette, we show the young profession...
April 7, 2019
5 Business Casual Staples for Young Professional Women
Are you tired of wasting money on your work attire? Would you like your business casual wardrobe to be more versatile? Do you wonder if your 9-to-5 outfit choices are work appropriate? Yes, the “what-do-I-wear-to-work” struggle is real, but there is a solution!
The first step is to think about what your workwear choices say about you. Fashionista Rachel Zoe says, “Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak.” At the office, your style should say that you are a responsible and va...
February 11, 2019
5 Habits to Help You Show Up On Time
Are you always late to work? Do you feel embarrassed when you’re the last one to show up? Do you feel rushed and frazzled before meetings?
I’ve got five tips to help you to be punctual and appear more professional.
We all know that life happens at the most inconvenient times. You spill coffee on your blouse just as you are headed out the door. Your child has a meltdown just as you leave the driveway. You’re running a little behind, but it’s just enough to get you stuck in 30 extra minutes of...
January 3, 2019
How to Make Good First Impressions for Business Professionals
Are you a newbie wondering how to get a competitive edge at work? If so, consider two words: first impressions. First impressions are critical to how you are perceived and can play a significant part in you being seen as a leader and reaching the next level in your career. According to body language experts, not only are first impressions created in the blink of an eye, they are lasting. Studies show that once formed, a good (or bad!) impression can last for months.
Here are five simple tips...
