13 Polite Habits Pet Groomers Dislike—and What to Do Instead
Your intentions may be good, but pet groomers would prefer you ditch these "polite" habits. Here's what the professionals have to say.
How Late Is Too Late to Cancel Plans? 12 Tips from Etiquette Experts
From weddings to birthday parties to happy hour with friends, our experts share exactly what you need to know about...
23 Email Etiquette Rules You Still Need to Follow
Email etiquette rules change as fast as technology—make sure you stay on top of them!
12 Rude Things You Probably Shouldn’t Be Doing at the Grocery Store
Grocery shopping is something we all have to do, seemingly all at the same time. Here's how to make the...
10 Polite Habits Dinner-Party Hosts Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead
Dinner-party etiquette can be surprisingly tricky. Here’s how to avoid some common missteps with your host.
15 Places You Should Never Talk on Your Phone
Just because you can talk on your phone everywhere, it doesn't mean you should
16 Polite Habits Teachers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead
Teachers love and appreciate any kind gesture from parents and students ... but there are some things they love and...
13 Polite Habits Uber Drivers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead
Sometimes good intentions go awry, especially when using a rideshare. Here are the common etiquette missteps you should avoid when...
14 Polite Habits Baristas Secretly Hate, According to Starbucks Employees
You mean well, but some of the things you do in an attempt to be polite at the coffee shop...
14 Polite Habits Bartenders Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead
Yes, you’re out for a night of fun, but bartenders are working. Here’s how to avoid the most common etiquette...
11 Polite Habits House Cleaners Secretly Hate—and What to Do Instead
Your intentions may be good, but these "helpful" habits don't help your house cleaner at all
10 Polite Habits Nail Techs Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead
Don't let manicure manners get the best of you. These seemingly nice moves miss the mark.
The No. 1 Tipping Mistake You Don’t Realize You’re Making
Even the most polite diners may miss this important rule of tipping etiquette
How to Send Food Back at a Restaurant Without Being Rude, According to a Chef
Not satisfied with your meal? It's perfectly acceptable to (politely) send food back at a restaurant. Here's when and how...
This One Habit Will Make You a Better Houseguest
Follow this etiquette expert's genius two-minute tip to ensure you're invited back time and again
16 Holiday-Party Etiquette Mistakes You’re Probably Making—and How to Avoid Them
Sure, you know the big missteps to avoid at the annual Christmas bash. But what about these subtle holiday-party etiquette...
How to Pluralize Last Names for Holiday Cards—Especially Tough Ones Ending in “S”
'Tis the season for holiday cards! Here's how to properly write plural last names, whether you're signing them or addressing...
How to Write a Sick-Day Email—Plus Templates to Use When You’re Under the Weather
When you feel miserable, it’s hard to craft the perfect sick-day email. We’ve done the hard part for you, so...
The Phone Etiquette Mistake Gen Z Needs You to Stop Making
Are you guilty of this phone faux pas? Here’s what you should be doing instead.
Jewish Funeral Etiquette for Non-Jews: An Attendee’s Guide to End-of-Life Events
Not all funerals are the same, even within Judaism. Here are the Jewish funeral etiquette guidelines you need to...
This Is What a Massage Therapist First Notices About You
From your intake form to your body-hair situation, here's what your masseuse registers before they even touch your body
Polite Answers to 12 Rude Questions You Get Asked All the Time, According to Etiquette Experts
These rude questions may make you temporarily freeze or feel angry, but there's a way to answer them politely so...
13 “Polite” Small-Talk Questions That Are Actually Rude
Small talk can be tricky—and these questions aren't as innocent or as helpful as you think they are
14 “Polite” Ways You’re Talking About Weight That Are Actually Rude
Weight is a tricky topic—and these common comments aren’t as kind or helpful as you think they are
14 Perfectly Worded Texts to Send Someone with Depression
Not sure what to say when someone is depressed? These little texts can make a big impact.
This Is What a Nail Tech First Notices About You
From the polish you choose to the state of your cuticles, nail techs are gathering valuable intel during an appointment
13 “Polite” Ways You’re Talking About Disability That Are Actually Rude
Disability is a delicate topic, but these tips will help you approach it in a way that's caring and considerate...
13 Annoying Habits That Could Be Sabotaging Your Friendships
Two experts share the seemingly small things you're doing that could have a big impact on your friendships—and what to...
This Is What Your Uber Driver First Notices About You
Your Uber driver notices some pretty personal things about you right away. Here's what you need to know about...
This Is What a Bartender First Notices About You
Do bartenders really judge you based on your drink order? Find out the answer to that question, along with...
14 “Polite” Ways You’re Talking About Aging That Are Actually Rude
From "you look great for your age" to "the elderly are so cute," our well-intended words can sometimes miss the...
