Dear Heidi: My friend is endangering her health. Should I intervene?
Friendships can be messy. Here's how you should approach it. Friendship is not unlike a marriage; there are highs, lows, and a lot of...
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Heidi Dulebohn
- Jun 9, 2021
- 3 min
Dear Heidi: Is relationship capital as important as it once was?
In the age of zoom, relationship capital is as more important than ever. Let me explain. How is WFH going for you? Love it or hate it,...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Jun 9, 2021
- 4 min
Dear Heidi: What’s the proper etiquette for toasting at my son’s graduation party?
Keep these in mind when you're preparing your toast. You don't have to drink from and pass around an enemy's skull, a loving cup, or...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Jun 9, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: I just started a new job. What’s the best way to stand out as a new, young leader?
You have 90 days to make your first impression. Here's how you do it. You've heard it before; you have seven seconds to make a great...
Heidi Dulebohn
- May 3, 2021
- 1 min
Dear Heidi: Is it impolite not to acknowledge strangers’ friendly smiles?
Not necessarily, but sometimes a smile can be a little complicated. Have you ever been in public, and someone unknown to you catches your...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Apr 28, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: My neighbor is creating a visible mess beyond his property line. Should I tell someone?
Being a good neighbor is a two-way street. But when your neighbors don't do their part, be courteous first to avoid escalating a...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Apr 23, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: My son wasn't invited to a friend's birthday party. What should I do?
Open your mind and heart. Extenuating circumstances happen every day that you may or may not realize are at play. The world of children's...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Apr 13, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: If you don’t like a gift, should you tell the person?
Receiving a gift is an art form. Consider the effort that went into the gift giver's present. Gift-giving is an art form. To do it well,...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Apr 5, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: Is it ever okay to correct your boss?
Ideally, yes. But it must be done carefully and respectfully. Remember your social codes, and think before you speak. Imagine this...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Mar 24, 2021
- 3 min
Dear Heidi: Is there a limit to empathy?
When you put yourself in someone else’s shoes, how long should you stay there? Can you overstay your welcome? The simple answer is, it’s...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Mar 15, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: I’m about to eat in a restaurant. Where do I put my mask?
There are definitely some new etiquette rules in play to protect you and your fellow diners when eating out during the pandemic. By now,...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Mar 8, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: Is it okay to invite someone over if your home is messy?
A true friendship is steadfast no matter how cluttered or uncluttered someone's life may be inside their home. Life is interesting...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Mar 3, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: What are your top etiquette tips to improve work emails?
To mind your social P's and Q's in business emails, learn these five email etiquette tips Excellent question! Every time you commit...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Feb 25, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: Can I ask for payment via Venmo without discussing it first?
Money conversations can be awkward, but a friendly discussion about how a bill should be divided is smart and appropriate. We love our...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Feb 17, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: I think remote work is making me paranoid. Am I crazy?
We're going through a lot of changes right now. Be gentle with yourself but also aware. The global pandemic has changed our lives,...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Feb 1, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: How do you tell someone they're too extreme?
Open your social codes toolbox, pull out respect and diplomacy, and try to steer your friend or acquaintance toward a solid middle...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Jan 25, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: How can I stop giving my sister money?
It's tough meshing money and family, but setting clear boundaries and operating from the right mindset can help to guide your actions....
Heidi Dulebohn
- Jan 18, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: I don’t care for a coworker. How can I keep my attitude and demeanor professional?
Keep the end goal in mind. Search for commonalities, and keep things productive and professional. More than 7.8 billion of us are trying...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Jan 11, 2021
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: Can you reach out to a former colleague about a job if you haven't talked recently?
Job seekers need to understand the importance of professional and personal networks to stay informed and connected. When it comes to a...
Heidi Dulebohn
- Dec 28, 2020
- 2 min
Dear Heidi: I forgot someone on a meeting invite happening in an hour. What do I do?
People make mistakes all the time. How we handle it, however, can say a lot about who we are. “To err is human, to forgive, divine.”...