Graduating class of 2021, we feel for you. There is no doubt that Covid-19 has thrown a massive curveball in your way. Whatever plans you had for this summer – be it a coveted internship, traveling to foreign shores or camping at a festival with your mates- chances are that they will have to be … Read more
Building a professional network is an essential part of business success. As our lives moved online almost overnight, online networking became even more important for our business survival and growth. With a bit of investment of your time and energy, online networking can help you build your network and develop a social capital. But at … Read more
Today’s business landscape is changing more rapidly than ever. The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for businesses to be agile, adaptable and forward-thinking. Perhaps surprisingly, at a time when most businesses are increasingly reliant on technology, the human element is still the key to success. As the technical aspects of many jobs become automated, … Read more
Did you know that April is National Card and Letter Writing Month? This annual celebration of handwritten correspondence aims to raise awareness of the importance and historical significance of card and letter writing. From email and WhatsApp to Messenger and Snapchat, keeping in touch with friends and family across the globe has never been easier. … Read more
Let me start with a question: How polite is your inner voice? Does it speak reassuring words in a soothing manner if you make a mistake, forget something or say the wrong thing? Or is your inner voice quick to judge and bear down on you like an unforgiving ogre if you fall short of … Read more
This is the fifth article in a series written by Richard Cullinan, Head of the Emotional Intelligence Faculty at The British School of Etiquette and creator of our new EQ courses. How relationship management skills improve our ability to practice good etiquette and manners: It is a simple fact that people would much rather interact with people … Read more
This is the fourth article in a series on Emotional Intelligence & Etiquette: A Winning Combination, written by Richard Cullinan, Head of the EQ Faculty at The British School of Etiquette. You can find out more about our Emotional Intelligence courses by clicking on this link. How to enhance your social awareness skills: If self-awareness is … Read more
This is the third article in a series written by Richard Cullinan, Head of the EQ Faculty at The British School of Etiquette. How self-management skills improve our performance in polite society: Self-management is a key personal competency in emotional intelligence and not only impacts the way our emotions affect our brain’s performance but also … Read more
Helping your child to build his or her confidence is one of the most important things you can do as a parent. Research shows that children with strong social skills have higher levels of confidence, make friends more easily and are better equipped to deal with setbacks and stressful situations. A young person’s social skills … Read more
The summer holidays are in full swing so it is high time to brush up on your vacation etiquette before jetting off to the sun. Traveling to another country is a great experience that will leave you with lifelong memories but do not forget to pack your good manners along with your passport, camera and … Read more
