There’s a lot of discussion about what’s wrong with America these days. But it’s not just America, it’s the world. I’ve noticed this coming on for a long time. I often feel it’s a lack of self-awareness. People only care about themselves today. They don’t think about the others around them. Being a big guy,…
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We may not like it, but rude behavior is something that we see more often today. While we don’t condone the attitude, most people simply shake their heads and walk away when they encounter a rude person. It’s only fitting that a new survey has identified the “rudest” cities in America. Nashville made this list,…
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More and more people are using digital personal assistants like Amazon’s Alexa and Google Assistant every day. And while they’re great tools, some think we should be a bit more courteous when we speak to them. Some people suggest we even say please and thank you to these machines…
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Today, I have just one question. Is modern chivalry dead? I’m talking simple things, like opening the car door for a woman or offering your jacket when it’s cold. We were taught these things in our youth, but the world is changing. Where do these items fit in our modern world? I truly wonder…
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I attend a lot of business meetings, many of which happen over coffee or a meal. And now and then, I notice people eavesdropping on our conversations. And while I don’t mind them listening in, I do have one pet peeve…
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I’m not a stickler for the rules of etiquette, but I still think it’s important. But I get the feeling that etiquette may be an antiquated idea…
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The world’s in a mess. And I truly believe that it all goes back to the basics like good manners. I’ve noticed that people don’t hold the door open for you any more. That was one of those basic things that my parents taught me years ago, and it’s still important. At least to me…
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My wife and I noticed something very disturbing over the weekend. I hope that it’s not something that we need to worry more about in the future…
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The world that we live in today is MUCH different that the one we grew up in. One area where that is apparent…manners…
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