10/02/2009

Dining Etiquette

I must say I get more questions about dining etiquette than any other subject. So let me start by answering the most frequently asked question.

Q. How do I know which drinking glasses belongs to me?

A. Dining etiquette questions are very common. Because business is often conducted in social situations, mastering the social graces is critical. Job interviews often happen over lunch. Your social graces are often being evaluated. Education, technical skills are important but excellent social skills will seal the deal.

Here is the answer: All of your drinking utensils will be on your right along with your knives. Take no chances! A breech of protocol can be very costly. Professionals should bone up on their dining skills. You never know who’s watching.

Do you think etiquette courses should be a part of the public school curriculum?