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Published: Jan 18, 2024 at 11:17 PM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I am horrible at remembering people’s names. It’s embarrassing and I feel inconsiderate. What do I do when I’m struggling to remember a name? Do I try to play it off, or confess?
Dear ...
Published: Jan 12, 2024 at 02:15 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
What’s the best way to handle a coworker who is asking too many personal questions? I don’t know how to answer without sounding rude.
Dear Reader,
When you’re working with the same peo...
Published: Jan 05, 2024 at 10:06 PM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I was having a conversation with my friend and, midway through, I realized his story was exaggerated and contained a few lies. Not knowing what to do, I simply nodded and changed the s...
Published: Dec 30, 2023 at 04:01 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I had plans to have dinner with a friend last Saturday night. They called to say they were running late and needed to change the reservation for a later time. That was fine, I rearrang...
Published: Dec 23, 2023 at 03:11 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
Should I get my boss a Christmas gift? I would like to acknowledge and show appreciation, but I’m not sure if this is a good idea. Should I give my boss a holiday gift or should I just...
Published: Dec 15, 2023 at 11:15 PM
Dear Jacquelyn,
During the holidays, things get fairly crowded and looking for a parking space is difficult. There are times people appear to be leaving but sit in their cars. Is there a polite way to...
Published: Dec 10, 2023 at 03:47 PM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I have two children, ages 5 and 9. They are typical kids and sometimes have trouble remembering to use their manners. The holidays are approaching and we will be spending more time wit...
Published: Nov 30, 2023 at 11:07 PM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I need a refresher on holiday tipping guidelines. Who specifically should I be tipping? Also, how much should I be tipping so I do not blow my own holiday budget?
Dear Reader,
Planning...
Published: Nov 22, 2023 at 10:44 PM
Dear Jacquelyn,
How important is our tone of voice when speaking and why does it matter?
Dear Reader,
We’ve all heard the saying, “It’s not what you say, it’s how you say it.”
The tone of your voice c...
Published: Nov 17, 2023 at 07:45 PM
Dear Jacquelyn,
This year, our traditional Thanksgiving meal will once again be at my sister’s home. She is a fantastic cook and loves spending time in the kitchen. I would like to bring along a hoste...
