Ghosting is on the rise in business relationships: how to prevent it from happening to you
Ghosting used to be a term associated with dating; now it’s hitting business relationships from recruiting to sales. Our team of etiquette experts arm you with the know-how to stop ghosting in its tracks.
From gifts to pomp and circumstance: Celebrating this season’s graduates with class
Across the world, graduates will soon be handed their hard-earned diplomas. The ritual marks the end of a long academic achievement and the start of a new adventure. As proud families and friends, it’s natural to want to shower the honoree with praise and attention. But with many personalities at play, and age-old traditions, there are some guidelines you’ll want to consider to ensure the day goes smoothly.
Back to business: 5 tips for navigating the return to in-person with grace
Whether it's the office, a training, or a lunch meeting, after multiple years spent huddled behind a computer screen, the return to doing business in-person is awkward, at best. Here are 5 things to keep in mind as you navigate the transition.
How To Be The Perfect Holiday Guest
For many people, this will be the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic to get together with family and friends for social gatherings and holiday meals. Here are some basic rules of etiquette to help make sure you’re the perfect guest.
Thanksgiving 2021: Simple Ways to Show Appreciation
For many of us, Thanksgiving 2021 is the first time we will be together with our friends and family since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Here are some simple things we can all do to show our appreciation for the special people in our life.
National Business Etiquette Week 2021: Top 5 Tips for New Grads
National Business Etiquette Week was established in 2007 to highlight the importance of proper etiquette. In this post, we provide the top 5 business etiquette tips for college graduates.
Bring Your Manners to Work Day - September 3, 2021
The first Friday in September is "Bring Your Manners to Work Day" and is a reminder of the importance of treating people with courtesy and respect. Although "Bring Your Manners To Work Day" is just one day of the year, use the day as a reminder of the importance of good manners every day of the year, and you may well find good manners help to open the doors to new opportunities and professional relationships.
Bring Your Manners to Work Day: How to Be Relevant Across Generational Cohorts
This blog post from PSOW graduate Jackie Dudley -- written as part of "Bring Your Manners to Work Day" -- provides insights into ways to work and communicate effectively in multi-generational business environments.
National Protocol Officer Week - Graduate Profile: Jennifer Daniel
Distinguished alumna Jennifer Daniel graduated from both PSOW courses: Intercultural Etiquette and Protocol Trainer (class of 2001), as well as the inaugural online Protocol Officer Training program (class of 2020). As a protocol and etiquette consultant, Jennifer shares her experience pivoting her business during the pandemic to adapt, survive, and thrive. The graduate profile series is part of National Protocol Officer Week - March 21-27, 2021.
National Protocol Officer Week - Graduate Profile: Kendria Lee
PSOW alumna Kendria Lee is an economic development, community relations, and protocol professional who shares insights and lessons learned from conducting events during the COVID-19 pandemic. The graduate profile series is part of National Protocol Officer Week - March 21-27, 2021.
National Protocol Officer Week - Graduate Profile: Abdiwahab Mohamed
Regional Trade Manager Abdiwahab Mohamed conducts high-level delegate meetings with representatives from the United States and the Middle East and Africa regions. As part of National Protocol Officer Week - March 21-27 - he shares his observations and guidance for hosting virtual events during the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of intercultural awareness.
National Protocol Officer Week - Graduate Profile: Audrey Desmarteaux-Houle
PSOW graduate Audrey Desmarteaux-Houle shares her experiences as a protocol professional in Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Leading Remote Teams in 2021
Protocol professionals have adapted to many new circumstances in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of National Protocol Officer Week, PSOW graduate Gina DeLapa provides insights into leading remote teams in 2021 and beyond.
National Protocol Officer Week - Graduate Profile: Janiel Toh
PSOW graduate Janiel Toh reflects on the past year as a protocol professional in Singapore during the COVID-19 pandemic.
National Protocol Officer Week 2021
National Protocol Officer Week is March 21-27, 2021. How will you recognize the "team behind the scene" in your organization?
International Women's Day
Join us for a special webcast to recognize International Women's Day - March 8, 2021.
2021 Protocol Training Schedule of Classes
Just announced: The Protocol School of Washington's 2021 schedule of classes.
Live Online Individual Protocol Training Modules Now Available
Learn more about taking one protocol training class module -- or many -- to meet your professional development and training goals with The Protocol School of Washington.
Holiday Tipping Guide During the COVID19 Pandemic
Learn to whom and how much to tip during the holidays.