Jacqueline Whitmore
Contributor
/ Author, Business Etiquette Expert and Founder of The Protocol School of Palm Beach
Jacqueline Whitmore is an etiquette expert and founder of the Protocol School of Palm Beach in Palm Beach, Fla. She is the author of Poised for Success: Mastering the Four Qualities That Distinguish Outstanding Professionals (St. Martin's Press, 2011) and Business Class: Etiquette Essentials for Success at Work (St. Martin's Press, 2005).
More From Jacqueline Whitmore
Texting
The 7 Things You Need to Know to Text With Good Etiquette
The venerable phone call has been supplanted by text messaging, which has introduced many new ways to be rude without meaning to.
Entrepreneur Mindset
7 Ways Entrepreneurs Stymie Their Own Success
There will be many real barriers to overcome on your entrepreneurial journey. You can't afford to create more in your head.
Customer Relationship Management
3 Ways to Offer a Sincere Apology to Clients
Since nobody is perfect, everybody needs to learn how to persuasively say "I'm sorry.''
Culture
5 Ways to Overcome Cultural Barriers at Work
Find common ground where everyone can understand each other and respect cultural differences.
Passion
6 Steps to Turn Your Passion Into a Career
Be proactive and take at least one step toward your goal every day.
Employee Motivation
4 Ways to Motivate Employees Without Budgeting Bigger Salaries
People need their paychecks but it is certainly not everything they want from a job.
Ready for Anything
6 Productive Ways to Spend Your Idle Time
No matter how well scheduled your life, there is time between now and the next thing you can put to better use.
Networking Events
How To Break In and Stand Out at a Networking Event
Just remember that most person feel awkward striking up a conversation with a stranger and will appreciate that you took the initiative.
Office Etiquette
9 Rules of Open-Office Etiquette
When the rules of open-office etiquette are observed, camaraderie, communication and collaboration will ensue.
Motivation
7 Ways to Re-Motivate Yourself at Work
It's easy to be motivated when we're excited by a new venture but more rewarding when we remember why it is still worthwhile.
Solopreneur
6 Ways to Combat 'Lonely Entrepreneur' Syndrome
Sincere involvement with people is how you build your business without ever feeling isolated.
Startup Mistakes
The 6 Biggest Startup Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make
The worst mistakes are also completely avoidable.
Meetings
9 Strategies to Get Past the Gatekeeper
The people you really need to get a meeting with have people paid to be skeptical of meeting with you.
Communication
Your Lame Small Talk Could Be Costing You the Sale
You don't have to be a brilliant conversationalist, just mind your manners, remember names and listen.
Meetings
The Perfect Plan to Properly Prepare for an Important Meeting
Preparation is not always fun, but the time you spend getting ready for a meeting can make for a more positive experience.
