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So you are just remembering that tomorrow is Valentine's Day, eh? If you don't have the natural romance bug or just work better under enormous pressure, here are some gift ideas for tomorrow: Chocolates, flowers, and a card---you can probably pick these up on the side of the highway if you really dont have time. Gift card to his/her favorite boutique/store/spa. Jewelry--watches, earrings, lockets, cufflinks. Take him/her to a journey through your memories: first place where you … [Read more...]
Since I meet many celebrities at various events, I have to make sure to keep my cool at all times...even when I meet my idols. Here a re a few hints to make sure you keep your cool when meeting your favorite celebs: Be calm and cool. No sloppy kisses or hugs. Extend your hand for a handshake. Shake hands and introduce yourself. Celebrities are normal people who meet fans all of the time. They have simply chosen a career that puts them into the spotlight. They enjoy normal … [Read more...]
Ok, so you have a Facebook account...now what? Well if you over 40, this may not affect you. But for the 39 and under crowd, take note. Here are some Facebook rules of etiquette: Its OK if someone ignores your friend request. Do not take it personally. If they have complete and normal lives, clicking "confirm" isn't usually the highlight of their day. You don't have to have a zillion friends. Unless you are a party promoter (who do VERY well on Facebook), you know that you … [Read more...]
Happy Man Day! This is a special goody for you fellas: Esquire just named the one of our favorite fab divas, Halle Berry, as it Sexiest Woman Alive. Check out the flicks from the spread below. She recreated the Bill Clinton cover and also wore "creatively" recreated some other famous covers.... Typical (yeah, right!) re-creation of Bill Clinton's cover: Now for the "creative" poses: Here's an excerpt from the article: Wow. Sexiest woman alive, huh? I've been in the … [Read more...]
Happy Wednesday! One of my dedicated and fab loyal readers, Greg, posed this query to me after this MAN DAY post: Thanks for the Man Day article. I think it is essential people know what you wrote. I actually follow these rules. They can do a lot for you. Mostly you gain trust and respect because you give it. However, I do have just one tiny issue. People tend to take the "nice-ness" for granted and take a mile instead of a step. Just an idea. How about a follow-up article (mostly … [Read more...]
Happy Man Day! From the desks of Be Better Guys, here's some manly man etiquette advice: How to Be: All the Time Etiquette is one of those areas most guys either think they know everything about or wonder they should ever bother. And in short, the reason is simple - part of being an attractive guy to women and customers and your coworkers and your family is what you show from the inside out. Knowing how to be isn't the hard part. Remembering to practice it is. And if you're … [Read more...]
Happy Man Day! 'Tis the season for holiday parties and I know that you fellas really want to know how to act at the official office soiree. I did a prior post about office party behavior, but this one from Be Better Guys is specifically for you fellas. Enjoy! How to Be: The Office Holiday Party By David Boris To our parents, the office holiday party was a chance to get rare face-time with the boss, maybe even the boss' boss, and was a real opportunity to strut your stuff to management and … [Read more...]
Happy Friday! Since this is the season of the holiday party, I bet you wanna how to act (believe it or not, a lot of folks still have no clue...) At many holiday parties, people tend to put most or all office etiquette aside and forget that they will see their co-workers the following work day. Here are some Do's and Don'ts so you can shine at the holiday office party and not be totally embarrassed to return to work: Do not head straight for the bar for alcoholic drinks. Liquor may free up … [Read more...]
According to my hubby, there is nothing sexier than a woman with a cigar. And by cigar, I mean like the one above, not Black & Milds.... I have smoked cigars in the past and I am still a newbie. Come with me on this journey to cigar heaven.... Below is an excerpt from Woman and Cigars. Read about how the taste of a good cigar will melt in your mouth: Yes, some women really do like to smoke cigars. Why? You guessed it - pretty much for the same reasons men do. Cigars taste good, and … [Read more...]
I have to go to a few chi-chi-poo-poo parties this week, so I had to update my wine tasting skills. I can't order Pinot Grigio forever and I'm tired of hearing people ordering White Zinfandel and think that they are stepping it up a notch. For those who want to upgrade their dining and wining etiquette, swish this around in your mouth and swallow: Directly excerpted from The Wine Doctor How to Taste Wine Wine, especially that for which you have paid a premium, is worth more than a quick … [Read more...]
