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Expertise
I will answer any type of social etiquette questions. I am an avid collector of etiquette books from the mid 19th century to present day. Will give friendly advice on any situation you`d care to ask about.
Experience in the area
I have read extensively on the subject. I have also been fortunate
enough to be in the company of many gracious and refined people.
Organizations
Kappa Alpha Theta
Daughters of the American Revolution
The General Society of Mayflower Descendants
What do you like about this subject?
Etiquette is fundamentally about kindess. The 'rules' were put in place so that people would know what was expected and be able to be comfortable around others.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
To help people see that manners are not a snobbish way to judge others or make them feel ill at ease. It's quite the opposite.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
The biggest shifts in thinking come after wars,generally.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
Some of the most well mannered people that I have ever encountered have had few of the 'advantages' of wealth,education or money.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| lisa | 05/06/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | You made some great points, thank you ..... |
| Amar | 06/20/11 | 9 | 8 | 10 | Thanks a lot for the guidance Ms ..... |
| Marie | 12/06/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Lisa | 05/18/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Julie | 04/12/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Amanda Gamble
2012-05-06 politics:
Dear Lisa, This really is not an etiquette question,but I will try to help. As I see it,each of you needs to be clear on why you are going into business. Then,taking emotion out if it,do what
2011-06-12 Asking for a voluntary position for research assistant:
Dear Amar, Please forgive my tardy reply. Write a letter to the professor and tell him what interests you about the field of study and are unsure of how to get started down the career path that you
2011-04-25 Lunch Invite to my Boss:
Dear Vinitha, I hope this reply reaches you in time. It is simple enough say or write a date specific invitation. "I am so appreciative of all that you have done for me in the last five years. I
2011-03-25 How to write a letter to re-hire?:
Dear Christina, Please do go ahead and try to get the job back. Summarize briefly the past events (Even if you are sure they will remember you. Just in case they have forgotten details.) and then
2011-02-01 How to get re-employed from a Company:
Dear Ms. Peterson, There is no harm in asking for your old job back. The worst that they can do is say 'no thank you'. The letter should be fairly simple. You need to introduce yourself (in
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