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Expertise

I am happy to answer any questions about social or corporate etiquette as well as questions regarding international protocol. It is important to practice civility. It is contagious.

Experience in the area

I am certified by the Protocol School of Washington as a consultant for corporate etiquette and international protocol. I have been entertaining and giving advise on entertaining for over 40 years.

Publications

Weekly column in Telegraph Journal

Education/Credentials

Graduate of Protocol School of Washington

What do you like about this subject?

I have always been interested in having fun with other people. Civility and respect go a long way in accomplishing this. I have studied this for many years and find that politeness makes for a gentler world.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

I am actually interested in the origins of these traditions. I hope to learn how to help other people appreciate this as well. Learning about other cultures is fascinating.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:

When passing condiments or vegetable dishes or bread baskets around the table, do so in a counter clockwise direction.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject

Remember to show respect to those who serve you. That respect will be returned many times over. The reverse is absolutely true too.

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Recent Answers from Jay Remer

2009-11-22 Men's hat etiquette:

Dear Ellen, Thanks for asking this good question. This is a pet peeve of mine. Men do not wear hats inside, period! Perhaps at a really 'artsy' happening and it were part of a 'costume', it would be one

2009-11-21 Dr.-Patient good manners:

Dear Dyana, Thanks for asking this good question. I have availed myself of the expertise of chiropractors for many years. It is no secret that as we age, our exercise regimen needs to change. I think

2009-11-17 Various Questions:

Dear Seb, Thanks for asking this series of questions. It is indeed rude to sip whilst chewing. Try it in the mirror sometime and you'll soon see why. In the Northern Hemisphere food is customarily passed

2009-11-04 NEW IMMIGRANT FIRST DAY AT OFFICE IN CANADA:

Dear Sarah, Thanks for asking this good question. I know how difficult that alone was in addition to speaking of your situation. My advice is to relax. What people will see is what will come from your

2009-10-28 Retirement Dinner:

Dear Barb, Thanks for asking this good question. You are implying that because the party is being catered and the host is not slaving over a hot stove that a gift is not necessary. The two things are

 

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