Inconsiderate family members can be trying. But we must set boundaries ahead of time to avoid losing our tempers. It's not easy to...

Someone asked me recently about my salary, and I was taken aback. Money can be a sensitive topic. Questions about one’s finances can seem...

Etiquette is an art form. There are as many facets to etiquette as there are opinions about the interpretation of its guidelines....

And make sure it is not completely awkward? It’s tough to say no to certain events in the age of Covid-19. People are trying to connect...

They’re meant to be nice, but it can be embarrassing to have someone gush over you. How do you handle it with grace, be appreciative and...

I don’t want to make a big deal about it, or start any conflict, but I can’t seem to shake it off. I want to know why, you know? What...

Our company has laid off quite a few people because of COVID-19, and I’m doing tasks that two other people once did.I don’t want my boss...

There’s a lady I’ve become friendly with, and I’m very curious, but I don't want to overstep. We haven’t been friends very long. Or is it...

Or is it the guest’s responsibility to share? What do you do if you are served something you can’t eat? Generally speaking, it is the...

The weather is nicer, and I’d like to host a dinner party potluck! What do I change from a formal dinner party to make this more casual?...

As in they have spinach in their teeth, they spilled on themselves, they need a tissue, etc.? Or is it best to not say anything at all?...

What do I need to have prepared in order to be culturally aware and polite while I’m there? What resources can I trust? At this date, I...

And how do I know what to bring? It is kind to bring a small token of your appreciation for the invitation to the host. The gift is an...

It is generally a big deal to miss responding by the RSVP date on an invitation; especially if you plan to attend. Invitations that...

And how do I do that appropriately? This depends on the situation and the person who keeps rescheduling. If this is a casual coffee with...

When was the last time you used a tablecloth? Perhaps it was during the holidays, and you pulled out the tablecloth that’s been in your...

The short answer is, use utensils from the outside in. When faced with multiple utensils at your place setting and not a clue which to...

The question of “Who pays?” or, “Who gets the bill?” from the waitstaff’s perspective has an interesting and varied answer, and examines...

I always preface any etiquette lecture by saying, “Whatever you learned at home is right—for you.” However, I can teach you what is the...

Dear Heidi: Is being fashionably late acceptable on Valentine’s Day? Being on time is a sign of respect. When it comes to Valentine’s...