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Expertise
I will answer any etiquette question you`d care to ask! I will be happy to give friendly non-judgmental advice on any situation. Certain cultures and religions that outside of my personal scope of knowledge but I usually know whom to ask when I have a question. Time specific questions may or may not get answered by your deadline.
Experience in the area
I have been writing a daily etiquette advice column for 12 years. I have taught as well as given lectures on the subject.
Education/Credentials
Life and other institutions.
What do you like about this subject?
Everything! Manners are just a great framework. If you know what is expected you can be much more confident in everything that you do.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
To let people know that etiquette is not outdated or foolish. It is about kindness and making people feel welcomed and at ease. No one likes to feel out of place or insecure.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
The biggest changes I see in the rules written in etiquette books come just before or right after a war.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
Again,people think that proper etiquette is about snobbery or only for the elite. Not the case at at all. It really is meant to give people the power to act with assurance.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Jim | 05/17/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your quick response. |
| Michelle | 05/01/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you! No, we will not consult ..... |
| N | 04/20/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes, you are so right. Thanks a ..... |
| HT | 03/30/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your insightful reply. It ..... |
| Pam | 03/08/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Amanda Gamble
2012-05-16 graduation party / continuing education:
Dear Jim, Anyone may give a party at any time and for almost any reason. A party to celebrate a student getting into (or going off to) grad school is as good an excuse as any. The tone of graduation
2012-05-05 Graduation Party - Dual Honorees:
Dear Susan, Half of your problem is easily solved by asking your children how they feel about a joint party. If you ask them separately, you may also ask how they think he decision will affect the
2012-04-28 Graduation invitations.:
If it is an invitation to the graduation itself ( the Elmwood High Class of 2012,etc) then your name is fine in the return address spot. If it is an invitation to a party that your parent(s) are hosting
2012-04-28 Headstone Etiquette:
Dear Michelle, I am so sorry. It was a bit premature to order the marker without consulting you and your sister. I think going ahead and putting some biographical information on the back of the stone
2012-04-16 Declining a verbal wedding invitation:
Dear N, Please know that you probably cannot decline In a way that will not hurt or offend him. If he is as volatile person as you say, mo amount of polite phrasing will keep him from reading into
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