Straight From the Heart Blog
Thanksgiving season is a wonderful time of year to think about gratitude, but it should really extend into the whole year, since gratefulness can help you live a more positive and fulfilling life. Yes, gratitude is a powerful emotion and it can change your outlook on life! When we focus on good things in life […]
Have you ever heard of the French term, Savoir Vivre, before? In this post, we’ll discuss workplace etiquette as well as some generally accepted terminology associated with my field of expertise. Hopefully, these terms will give you insight into the services I offer and help you in determining what your company or organization needs are!
This weekend, I had the privilege to teach two classes on manners for kids. One was for girls and covered topics surrounding poise and social graces. The other etiquette class was tailored for boys and offered practical advice and tips to help them become the confident, professional gentlemen I know they can be. In this […]
Recently, I had the privilege of attending a course entitled, “Savoir Vivre.” The course was inspiring and I left feeling like I had been filled to overflowing with joy and a renewed passion to assist others with my etiquette classes for adults and children. In this post, I’ll share a few things I learned and […]
Well-behaved children are truly a joy to interact with! They add youthful energy and creativity to social functions and can put smiles on the faces of friends and family. On the other hand, misbehaved children can ruin a party or evening out for all in attendance. In this post, I’ll delve into some of the […]
Many times, it’s beneficial to learn from the past. After all, history can help us to avoid past mistakes and teach us how to better live in the present and future. One phrase that was very common years ago is the expression “finishing school”. In this post, I will delve into the history surrounding finishing […]
Parents, the Back-to-School season is upon us! Your children may be nervous as school gets started, but they can have confidence if you help to prepare them ahead of time. Here are 22 tips to get you thinking about manners for kids and some ways you can help them start the year off without a […]
You’re invited…to a fancy dinner party with the boss and top company executives. Now what? If you’re confused about what to do and how to act, you’re in the right place. In this post, Lisa will cover a wealth of tips and tricks for workplace etiquette success. You’ll learn how to conduct yourself at the […]
Summer is almost over, and teachers are frantically cleaning their rooms before students arrive. Meanwhile, parents are getting ready to send their children back to school. But how can parents prepare their kids for the upcoming school year? Although it’s true that reading, last-minute vacations and school shopping are important, the best way you can […]
One of the foundational things you can teach your child is how to respect others. This will help him or her know how to navigate life effectively and succeed! In this post, we’ll discuss the importance of respect as well as other manners for kids that you can incorporate into your everyday life as a […]
