Spring is here and with it comes the renewing of relationships with our neighbours. Canadians everywhere are once again saying “Hello,” or giving the nod to and sharing a drink or a barbecue with their street dwellers. Neighbours have many niceties, such as the development of friendships and a support system at proximity, but they […]
In the name of authenticity or due to the lack of time, “I am so busy”, politeness and civility may give the impression that they are about to become extinct. Based on circumstances and society-based, manners, like human behaviours, evolve. In the era of globalization, combined with the explosion of communication modes and ecological concerns, […]
It is not that easy to have workwear that is chic and cool instead of sticky and sweaty during a heat wave. The more the mercury climbs, the more your outfit shrinks, sticks and the more you could expose yourself. It’s at this time of the year that my phone rings for my interactive conference […]
Do you sometimes lay awake at night, or daydream on the job, about what to do and say to a co-worker about a recurring sticky situation? Here is a cheat sheet, of the right things to do and say, for when your colleague does the wrong thing. Here is a cheat sheet, of the right […]
As the Sticky situation blogger, I regularly receive emails asking me how to react to the announcement of sad, and even bad news. In our daily lives, from work to the community and even within our very own family, we regularly receive news that may make us uncomfortable and will at times, leave us speechless and paralyzed. […]
Grrggghhh! He did it a—gain! You may find your loved one’s quirks adorable, but when it comes to your colleagues’ annoying habits, some simply drive you crazy! From coast to coast, Canadians in different sectors of the economy write to me to find out how to deal with their workmates’ disrupting sounds, smells and sights. […]
Your personal brand as an employee is what people say and think about you before you walk into a room. It’s what they feel when you shake their hand. It’s what they whisper about long after you’ve closed the door and left the room. Do you know what others say about you? Even if you are the best at […]
Back to work could mean back to boring meetings. Meetings often have a bad reputation. Although all agree that they are necessary to share information and develop or enhance team cohesion, many consider them boring, a waste of time and even a bad investment. Meeting host or participant, here are 12 recommendations to ensure that […]
And here we go again for the traditional networking cocktails. OMG! … I hear you: “It’s not that easy Julie… How do I enter a room full of strangers? What about introducing myself to a group? And the chit-chat; about what? Plus, how do I leave? And, when do I offer my card, or should […]
Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, has passed. Her 60 year legacy of chart toppers includes anthems that unite and empower. At a time when diplomacy is internationally managed on Twitter and civility seems to be declining, the word that she contagiously lead us to sing, and even shout in collective harmony, R-E-S-P-E-C-T, is on every employee’s mind. Inspired […]
For many professionals, the summer season means increased participation in conferences and conventions. Before you fill up on business cards, to make sure that you get a great return on your investment, follow these thirteen guidelines. 1) Give yourself a goal Too often, professionals are not strategic in their conference and convention participations. Then, once […]
Finally! The good weather is here. The sun is shining. “Bye bye bulky, boring, hello light and lively clothing.” Whether you work in a hip ad agency or in a classic firm of professionals, one thing is for sure, you dress for…? Your client. As per the second chapter of my book Etiquette: Confidence & Credibility, […]
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I’m Julie Blais Comeau, Canada’s bilingual etiquette specialist. My mission is simple: to give you the know-how to shine positively at work and in the community.
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