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Football season is here again, and we are all very excited! As a 10-year-old football player, my son Dillon is in the process of learning, establishing, and reinforcing valuable lessons about sportsmanship which will help mold him into a good person with strong morals. When I asked him what he thinks are the five essential characteristics of a good sport, he replied, “Respect, integrity, be a team player, lose with dignity, and win with class.” I was so happy to hear that! We talk about those values a lot—almost on a daily basis. As with everything else in life, preparation is the key. »»»

I strongly believe that the answer to the question, “Why are kids are so rude today?” is a complex one, driven largely by today's society, new technology, the entertainment industry, peer pressure, the school system, and the fact that many adults do not practice good manners to begin with. »»»

Flowers are one of the most popular gifts anyone can receive. We all love flowers—we love to look at them, smell them, and surround ourselves with them. Flowers are a great addition to any home. They can be beautifully arranged and create amazing atmosphere. »»»

After finishing second in the $10 million Dubai World Cup, the 2014 American Horse of the Year, California Chrome, is getting ready to travel to England. He’ll be at Royal Ascot, which runs from June 16-20, and will compete in the most important race, the Prince of Wales's Stakes, on Wednesday, June 17. »»»

The economy of the 21 century is evolving in an entrepreneurial direction and if we would like to be successful, let's face it - we have to communicate. In many cases if there is no communication - it won't be a business deal. SmartNetworking is one of the most lucrative and successful strategy for many entrepreneurs and professionals. I would like to share my 7 essential tips for productive networking, which produce results. »»»

Be informed when and where the conference call will take place - you would like to be prepared, which can help you to be punctual - nobody likes people, interrupting conference calls, because they are late. This can confirm a good impression as well, because being on time shows commitment. Punctuality is one of the most essential etiquette skills. »»»

According to Forbes, last year one of the most popular words was “culture.” (Culture has many connotations. In the world of International Business Etiquette and Cross - Cultural relations, we associate it with cultural awareness). »»»

Etiquette and good manners are often associated with a ball room dancing, castles, white gloves, and cotillions.(By the way the picture above is from my last visit to Arundel Castle). Some might even say it’s old – fashioned »»»

The way you walk, sit, stand, place your feet and use your hands, speaks volumes about you. »»»

Since I was a teenager, I've been fascinated by the topic of emotional Intelligence (EI). I recognized very early the differences in people and how they react in certain situations. I realized, even at a young age, that some people do have this high level of “sensitivity”—what Psychology Today calls, “Emotional awareness, including the ability to identify your own emotions and those of others.” »»»

If you are like most people, you often follow your instincts to determine the people you like to work and socialize with. In this new year, you should also start to use your knowledge of etiquette to help you form and maintain strong business relationships. »»»

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama stopped in Saudi Arabia to pay respects to the late King Abdullah, but the first lady may have inadvertently courted controversy when she didn’t cover her head and shook hands with the new king. »»»

According to etiquette rules from a bygone era, we should avoid certain subjects like religion, politics, and money because we’re all so different. In the 21st century world, though, interacting with people with varied cultural backgrounds and beliefs is simply the norm. This can only be a positive thing, because we learn so much more from our differences than from our similarities. We live and work in a global environment, and it’s necessary to be exposed to diversity in every way if we want to have a pleasant, productive and successful life. »»»

Tipping has been a very essential part of appreciation of certain services in the US and all over the world. In many cultures tipping is not an obligation, but a custom gesture. We consider tipping as an etiquette tool and skill, which many people should use. »»»

Often, etiquette and good manners are referred to a ball room dancing and white gloves , covering cotillions and has the connotation of being old – fashioned. The truth is Etiquette is about showing respect and making everyone feel valuable and at ease. »»»

I would like to introduce you to the magical world of caviar where we will examine the history, nutrition, and different types of caviar. I will teach you how to identify real caviar and more in this lite edition of my upcoming book “The Good Life Through Etiquette”. »»»