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From the world-renowned etiquette expert and her granddaughter, Liv Tyler, an elegant guide to 21st-century manners and etiquette for professionals who want to be confident and successful in the business and social arenas.   Developing good etiquette and manners is an important investment in your future. They allow you to feel at ease in any situation--and give you the polish and confidence to become a leader. Etiquette expert Dorothea Johnson's essential dos and don'ts address both 21st-ce...

Date de sortie: 2013-10-29 8,49 €

The founder of The Plaza Hotel's Finishing Program spills her insider knowledge to help you become instantly more polished.   In her debut book, Modern Etiquette Made Easy , the Queen of Good Manners Myka Meier takes formal etiquette that she learned while training under a former member of the Queen of England’s household and breaks it down into five easy steps to help you feel 100 percent confident in the areas of social, dining, business, and networking etiquette.   In this refresh...

Date de sortie: 2020-01-21 10,99 €

Just say "No, thank you!" to bad manners!  This informative primer teaches you how to get it right the first time, and does so with incisive humor and flair.  Avoid faux pas in all areas of your life, from everyday conversation (hint: it's not about you) to how to behave at ceremonies and special occasions, to correspondence, "yell" phone use, and cubicle hopping.

Date de sortie: 2005-06-15 1,99 €

*Illustrated with the book’s original pictures. *Includes a Table of Contents. In the United States, an entire industry has been created out of etiquette, whether it’s asking for newspaper columnist’s advice on how to write thank you letters, the rules of RSVPing, and other social norms. And without question, one of the pioneers of the etiquette genre was Emily Post, whose name is still often invoked in discussions of proper etiquette and manners. 50 years after her death, Post’s name is...

Date de sortie: 2012-06-05 0,99 €

There is no better time than now for a definitive guide to contemporary civilized living. As traditional codes of behavior have given way to an increasingly informal society, many people are disconcerted by the current lack of guidelines. The established rules are as important as ever, but need adaptation for the complications and developments of the twenty-first century. The Debrett's New Guide to Etiquette and Modern Manners cuts through the confusion to combine the very best of traditional st...

Date de sortie: 2007-04-01 10,99 €

The original guide to good manners explains why “nothing is less important than which fork you use.” Etiquette is the science of living. It embraces everything. It is ethics. It is honor.   A popular phenomenon when it was first published in 1922, Emily Post’s Etiquette quickly established her as the undisputed authority on considerate behavior. Her books, syndicated column, and radio program soon made the phrase “according to Emily Post” part of the American lexicon. Though updat...

Date de sortie: 2017-04-11 2,99 €

Do gentlemen wear shorts? What are the rules regarding interior decor in a high-security prison? Is it ever acceptable to send Valentine's cards to one's pets? The twenty-first century is an age of innumerable social conundrums. Around every corner lies a potential faux pas waiting to happen. But if you've ever struggled for the right response to an unwelcome gift or floundered for conversation at the dinner party from hell, fear not: help is at hand. In Rules for Modern Life , Sir David Tang, r...

Date de sortie: 2016-11-03 9,49 €

Protocole ConseilsPratiques US et Coutumes Pour l’ambassadeur et les membres de son entourage diplomatique, les procédures protocolaires et leur application adéquate peuvent être source d’angoisse (si les règles sont inconnues), de tourment (si elles ne sont pas appliquées) ou de divertissement si elles sont bien connues.

Date de sortie: 2016-04-14 4,49 €

If you have ever felt unsure or uncomfortable when facing a social dilemma, John Bridges answers these questions and more in his classic handbook for men. The rules were simpler in bygone days, but technological changes have caused seismic shifts to the cultural landscape of 21st century. Do the rules of common courtesy still apply? Social media and smart phones have shaped communication in unprecedented ways, and increased connection has created a global melting pot. Social norms that were once...

Date de sortie: 2012-01-02 9,99 €

Welcome fledging Social Climbers! Allow us to show you the way. Birds do it, bees do it, even educated fleas do it, so what’s the big deal? You shouldn’t be punished for wanting to improve your lot in life! This is America, after all.  Johnson & Johnson heiress Jazz Johnson is a lifelong insider in that rarefied world that fans of both Downton Abbey and Gossip Girl dream about. Raconteur Dirk Wittenborn is old enough to remember when sex was safe and cocaine wasn’t addictive. In s...

Date de sortie: 2014-10-28 9,99 €

Man up and discover the practical and inspirational information all men should know! While it’s definitely more than just monster trucks, grilling, and six-pack abs, true manliness is hard to define. The words macho and manly are not synonymous. Taking lessons from classic gentlemen such as Benjamin Franklin and Theodore Roosevelt, authors Brett and Kate McKay have created a collection of the most useful advice every man needs to know to live life to its full potential. This book contains a we...

Date de sortie: 2009-09-17 13,99 €

In a society driven by celebutante news and myspace profiles, women of class, style and charm are hard to come by. The Audrey and Katharines of the world continue to lose their luster as thongs, rehab and outrageous behavior burn up the daily headlines. But, despite appearances, guys still want a girl they can take home to their mom, employers still like to see a tailored suit and peers still respect classy conduct. So is it possible to maintain old fashioned virtues in a modern world without lo...

Date de sortie: 2009-08-13 8,99 €

Getting the girl isn't just a Hollywood fantasy; attracting beautiful women isn't the sole domain of the super rich, the super hunk, or the outrageously gifted. Attracting and dating beautiful women isn't about magic and pickup lines, it's about your mindsets, some subtle human insights, and a little female psychology. This book outlines the FOUR FOUNDATIONS of successful dating: Attraction, Rapport, Leading, and Escalation. ATTRACTION  is about tension and her emotional response to yo...

Date de sortie: 2012-12-15 8,99 €

Impara il galateo e affascina tutti con la tua eleganza Perché è meglio non dire cincin o buon appetito? Come si scrive una mail? Quando si può dare del tu? Perché non si augura salute dopo uno starnuto? Le buone maniere, pur essendo molto legate alla tradizione non sono regole incise nella pietra, ma indicazioni soggette a continue modifiche. Anche se a volte possono sembrare arbitrarie o pure convenzioni, sono colme di significato e la loro conoscenza può offrire una rassicurazione. Le bu...

Date de sortie: 2019-10-24 4,99 €

From Jennifer Scott—author of the New York Times bestselling Madame Chic series and founder of the Daily Connoisseur blog—comes this playful take on manners and being a good global citizen. Parents and younger children work together to read about a wide range of topics: communication, table manners, tidiness, thinking of others, grooming, and health. Activities, learning games, fill-in-the-blanks, letter-writing exercises, recipes (for food and for slime!), and some fun songs and rhymes help...

Date de sortie: 2019-09-10 12,99 €

In Beverly Hills, fame and wealth can buy everything—except class, grace, and sophistication. In Beverly Hills Manners , Lisa Gaché offers a behind-the-scenes look at the unique social dilemmas of the residents of the hills of Beverly through the eyes of an etiquette expert tasked with transforming her awkward, boorish, and sometimes challenging clients into social virtuosos. From Saudi princesses to Oscar winners, talent agents to intelligence operatives, child actresses, butlers, and footba...

Date de sortie: 2014-11-11 10,99 €

* PROTOCOL * PRACTICAL ADVICE * USES AND CUSTOMS For the Ambassador as well as the members of the diplomatic entourage, formal procedures and their correct application can be a source of anguish, torment or entertainment, depending on the level of familiarity with and adherence to the spoken an unspoken rules at play. In my years of diplomatic exercise in government positions, at the head of bilateral and multilateral diplomatic missions, or even as a simple observer at a broad range of internat...

Date de sortie: 2016-09-01 6,99 €

Times have changed, and so have the rules. Modern grownups need a sex-positive guide to communicating digitally with their lover, and sex guru Tina Horn is here to help you with you swipe right, sext like a pro, and take superb selfies. How frequently should you text a friend with benefits? When is it okay to send someone a nude pic? Modern sex is full of confusing questions that Dear Abby never had to deal with. But don't lose hope if you're feeling confused about erotic etiquette: the Sex Rule...

Date de sortie: 2015-12-15 10,99 €

"Miss Manners with Fangs." — LA Weekly We live in a world that's very different from the one in which Emily Post came of age. Many of us who are nice (but who also sometimes say "f*ck") are frequently at a loss for guidelines about how to be a good person who deals effectively with the increasing onslaught of rudeness we all encounter. To lead us out of the miasma of modern mannerlessness, science-based and bitingly funny syndicated advice columnist Amy Alkon rips the doily off the manners gen...

Date de sortie: 2014-06-03 10,99 €

A Gentleman Gets Dressed Up is not a book about style—it is a book about the rules—rules that will allow any man to feel more comfortable in the choices he makes about what he wears. Let’s get one thing straight. Clothes do not make the man . . . but they do make a difference. And regardless of whether we like the idea of appearances driving impressions, a man’s exterior often is perceived as an indicator of what’s happening on the interior. Fortunately, tasteful and appropriate d...

Date de sortie: 2012-01-02 9,99 €

In an ever-changing world, good manners never go out of style. These essential skills and tips will help you all aspects as you grow into womanhood. Good manners are not just a quaint and old-fashioned concept. They’re an essential aspect of every young lady’s path to adulthood. It’s safe to say that today’s young woman is exposed to more opportunities than any generation of women in history, and these essential guidelines created by author Kay West will help parents ensure that their da...

Date de sortie: 2011-10-31 8,99 €

“A helpful manners survival guide for figuring out those sticky everyday situations.” —Joshua Piven, coauthor of The WORST-CASE SCENARIO Survival Handbook The completely revised and updated edition of the New York Times bestseller that addresses the topics men really need to know to succeed in business and in life. The name “Emily Post” is synonymous with etiquette, good manners, and decorum—and, with this newly revised and updated 2nd Edition of the New York Times bes...

Date de sortie: 2012-05-08 8,99 €

The etiquette expert and “authentic comic genius” guides us through the Age of Incivility (Chris Buckley, New York Times -bestselling author of Has Anyone Seen My Toes ?).   We seem to be entering a new era, liberated from oppressive, old-fashioned rules of etiquette. We’re finally free! Free to shout insults at strangers on the street! Free to pressure people to give us money! Free to use all sorts of offensive language!   In this book, New York Times -bestselling author Judith ...

Date de sortie: 2020-06-09 12,99 €

Express your gratitude in writing for any occasion with this updated guide to saying thank you! Writing a thank you note isn’t just about good manners. Whether written in ink form on formal stationery or delivered digitally, a well-crafted thank you note makes the recipient feel appreciated—a sensation that makes you both feel good! This practice can improve your personal, social, and business relationships, leading to success and well-being in all aspects of your life. In 101 Ways to Say Th...

Date de sortie: 2022-03-29 9,99 €

“Here is a welcome reminder that men can be gentlemen without turning into ladies—or louts.”—Michelle Malkin "Miner writes with wit and charm."— Wall Street Journal The Gentleman: An Endangered Species? The catalog of masculine sins grows by the day—mansplaining, manspreading, toxic masculinity—reflecting our confusion over what it means to be a man. Is a man’s only choice between the brutish, rutting #MeToo lout and the gelded imitation woman, endlessly sensitive and fun to go s...

Date de sortie: 2021-05-11 12,99 €

Three timeless books on the art of living gracefully—from a Renaissance philosopher, a beloved first lady, and the original matron of American manners.   The Art of Worldly Wisdom : Seventeenth-century Spanish philosopher Baltasar Gracián advises people of all walks of life on how to approach political, professional, and personal situations in a dog-eat-dog world. Comprised of three hundred pithy aphorisms, this influential work offers thought-provoking and accessible advice. Some subjec...

Date de sortie: 2020-09-15 6,99 €

An essential guide to modern etiquette. Life is full of awkward social situations; we forget someone's name while making introductions, we're stuck on the elevator with our boss, we run into our ex on a first date. While these dilemmas might feel trivial, they tap into some of the deepest themes of our social existence: how to pursue our own agenda while honoring the happiness and needs of others? How to go beyond the surface level when relating to another person? Featuring twenty case studies f...

Date de sortie: 2020-09-04 10,99 €

El estilo de cada quien es el reflejo de su personalidad. Este libro ayuda a los lectores a encontrar y combinar aquellos elementos que mejor proyectan dicho estilo frente a sí mismo y a los demás. Para el periodista y experto en moda, la palabra "estilo" no significa simplemente vestir a la moda. El hecho de adoptar de manera automática cualquier tendencia que se impone y recurrir sin mayor criterio a determinadas prendas, ciertos accesorios o algunas actitudes nada tiene que ver con el esti...

Date de sortie: 2014-10-01 13,99 €

Etiqueta para todas as horas! Descansa talher O apoio de talheres está de volta. O apoio é deixado na mesa à direita do prato, com faca e colher, e o garfo no lado esquerdo direto na toalha. Open House É a oportunidade em que se abre a casa para os amigos por alguma data especial, sem formular convite. Avisa-se só aos mais íntimos e eles comunicam aos amigos em comum. Save the date Pedido de reserva da data, é feito por correspondência postal ou e-mail, enviado com três meses de anteced...

Date de sortie: 2014-11-01 2,99 €

- Aplicar las normas de protocolo utilizadas en diferentes tipos de eventos. - Explicar el concepto de protocolo, su origen y tipología. - Enumerar las aplicaciones más habituales de las normas de protocolo, tales como la forma de vestir, etiqueta, normas de cortesía y otras, en función del tipo de evento que se vaya a desarrollar. - Diferenciar y caracterizar los diferentes tipos de eventos que pueden celebrarse, y que pueden requerir la gestión de protocolo, tales como congresos, convenci...

Date de sortie: 2018-04-26 8,99 €

Today’s man may know how to dress with style, but does he know how to behave? Though the rules of civility have changed along with the world, Men and Manners believes in manners. This book doesn’t tell you which fork to use or how to write a thank you note. But it is going to remind you of basic, respectful rules you may have forgotten or have chosen to ignore. Comprised of short essays, shorter interviews, and lists of guidelines for men of all ages, this book provides an honest, playful, a...

Date de sortie: 2018-05-15 9,99 €

What Makes a Man, a Man? For centuries, being a man meant living a life of virtue and excellence. But then, through time, the art of manliness was lost. Now, after decades of excess and aimless drift, men are looking for something to help them live an authentic, manly life--a primer that can give their life real direction and purpose. This book holds the answers. To master the art of manliness, a man must live the seven manly virtues: Manliness, Courage, Industry, Resolution, Self-Reliance, Disc...

Date de sortie: 2011-09-06 12,99 €

Completely revised and updated with a focus on civility and inclusion, the 19th edition of Emily Post’s Etiquette is the most trusted resource for navigating life’s every situation From social networking to social graces, Emily Post is the definitive source on etiquette for generations of Americans. That tradition continues with the fully revised and updated 19th edition of Etiquette. Authored by etiquette experts Lizzie Post and Daniel Post Senning—Emily Post’s great-great grandchildren...

Date de sortie: 2017-04-18 27,99 €

A quintessentially British reference tool, and an entertaining guide to modern manners, Debrett's Handbook contains informed insights on a range of formal occasions, hosting and entertaining, dress codes, written forms of address, social correspondence and correct form.  This fantastically thorough compendium of advice is now available in ebook form, making it easier to use than ever before. With informed insights on a range of occasions including weddings and formal events, the Handbook is...

Date de sortie: 2016-04-19 25,99 €

In a world gone crazy one might wonder if simple acts of civility are worth the trouble. Dressing with dignity, writing letters, and innocent courtship are just some of the lost arts of kindness and integrity that Dr. Michael Kalpakgian tries to dig up and dust off, imploring us to regain the honor and worth our society once had. These noble habits of living fill common life with an abundance of simple pleasures that adorn day to day existence. The Lost Arts of Modern Civilization will inspire y...

Date de sortie: 2014-11-01 7,99 €

Your favourite butler is back with even more advice to help you succeed in etiquette and entertaining!      In a fantastic follow-up to his national bestseller, The Butler Speaks , Charles MacPherson lays out the essentials of entertaining and business etiquette in this small, easy-to-follow guide. Now in its third printing, The Butler Speaks has become a go-to resource on household management, manners, and personal style. With a combination of his best tips from the fir...

Date de sortie: 2015-04-28 8,49 €

‘This book has truly changed my wedding, full of simple and affordable ideas to spice up any wedding on any budget – the writer clearly knows what they are talking about’ Reader review Samantha Birch has written for GLAMOUR, Brides, You & Your Wedding and Cosmopolitan Bride. She knows a thing or two about planning a wedding on a budget, how much you can expect to pay for everything and where to go to get it for less. And she's put it all down here. You can say your vows in a catwalk go...

Date de sortie: 2014-04-24 Genre:Ouvrages de référence 6,49 €

"Il moderno bon ton parla il linguaggio dell'eleganza interiore, che poi si riverbererà all'esterno, non passando attraverso un manuale di buone maniere." (dall'Introduzione dell'autrice) Il bon ton non è solo un insieme di regole da seguire ma un vero e proprio modo di essere. Il vero bon ton deriva dall'eleganza interiore, da un animo sereno che si esprime attraverso i gesti quotidiani, la relazione con se stessi e gli altri. Attraverso dieci semplici consigli, regole auree ed esempi pratici...

Date de sortie: 2013-05-09 2,99 €

The great-great-grandson of Emily Post carries on her well-mannered tradition with netiquette rules for social media, online dating, work, and more.  For generations of Americans, the Emily Post Institute is the authoritative source on how to behave with confidence and tact. Manners in a Digital World is its up-to-the-minute, straight-talking guide that tackles how we should act when using a digital device or when online. As communication technologies change, our smartphones and tablets bec...

Date de sortie: 2013-04-16 13,99 €

Whether you live below the Mason Dixon Line or just wish you did, The Southerner’s Handbook is your guide to living the good life. Curated by the editors of the award-winning Garden & Gun magazine, this compilation of more than 100 instructional and narrative essays offers a comprehensive tutorial to modern-day life in the South. From Food and Drink to Sporting & Adventure; Home & Garden to Style, Arts & Culture, you'll discover essential skills and unique insight from some of ...

Date de sortie: 2013-10-29 14,99 €

Is your pocket change worth finding the girl of your dreams? The idea of meeting a complete stranger and making her your girlfriend may seem like a fantasy - one that can only be attained by the super-rich, the jacked hunk, or the ultra-confident celebrities. What if told you that by implementing the secrets found in this book, you will have the skills and knowledge to approach any girl in any situation, never run out of things to say, and eventually be able to escalate things into the bedroom? ...

Date de sortie: 2012-11-29 8,99 €

È evidente che l’uomo ormai è una specie in via d’estinzione. Più del panda gigante. Più della tartaruga Caretta Caretta. Ma se il wwf non può nulla contro l’inevitabile evolversi della natura, Paul de Sury sì. Già da anni, la sopravvivenza del maschio è messa in pericolo da un diabolico complotto ordito a suo danno. Per fortuna, c’è Paul de Sury. Paul de Sury: colui che ha detto basta! Basta al plotone di maestrine che pretendono di insegnare agli uomini come stare al mondo, a ...

Date de sortie: 2012-11-06 6,99 €

Mangiare è anche un'occasione sociale, che oggi si è profondamente modificata rispetto al passato. Sempre più persone infatti consumano i pasti fuori casa, e spesso ci si limita a uno spuntino, a una pizza o un aperitivo. Al tempo stesso però il pasto è un'occasione per incontrare amici, familiari e colleghi. Di tanto in tanto ci si trova anche a gestire occasioni decisamente più formali e tutto sembra complicarsi in regole ormai antiquate... Ecco allora la necessità di un nuovo galateo c...

Date de sortie: 2011-09-12 5,99 €

This comprehensive reference guide walks you through all the nuances of e-mail etiquette and every day technology use from both a personal and business perspective without all the techno-babble! In easy to understand terminology, the author has a conversation with you as though you were getting your very own personalized tutoring session on these very important issues. Many of the topics in this book are those all onliners have to address at one point or another and only take a little extra effo...

Date de sortie: 2004-10-07 12,99 €

In this completely updated 18th Edition of the classic Emily Post’s Etiquette, the mantle is picked up by the great-great-grandchildren of the First Lady of Etiquette, who tackle the latest issues and demands of the twenty-first century—from texting and tweeting to iPhones, Facebook, and all forms of social media.  Millions of Readers, Eighteen Editions, One Trusted Resource From social networking to social graces, the name Emily Post has been the definitive source on etiquette for gene...

Date de sortie: 2011-11-15 21,99 €

When was the last time you wrote a letter? Or received one in the mail? These days, it’s so easy to dash off a quick e-mail or text message or make a cell- phone call while you’re on the run that you may rarely make time for letter writing. But letters are a time-honored form of connection that simply cannot be equaled or replaced by faster methods of communication. The Art of the Personal Letter reclaims this lost art, giving you the gift of leisurely expression and allowing you to write be...

Date de sortie: 2008-09-16 11,99 €

Have you ever walked alone into a room of chattering people and felt nervous? Is the idea of attending a wedding or job interview where you won't know many people intimidating? The art of conversation is a necessary skill for navigating life’s social and business occasions, and with practice you can develop the ability to easily talk to people. What Do You Say When ... is a smart, useful tool that helps you assess all situations and approach people with confidence. When you can chat easily and...

Date de sortie: 2009-05-05 10,99 €

From overcoming illegible penmanship to mastering the challenge of keeping straight margins, avoiding smeared ink, and choosing stationery that is appropriate but suits your style, this is a powerful little guide to conveying thoughts in an enduring—and noteworthy—way. For those who enjoy writing notes, or those who value doing so but find themselves intimidated by the task, acclaimed calligrapher Margaret Shepherd has created both an epistolary tribute and rescue manual. Just as you cherish...

Date de sortie: 2002-01-22 5,99 €

The classic guide for how to conduct meetings, first published in 1876. "There appears to be much needed a work on parliamentary law, based, in its general principles, upon the rules and practice of Congress, and adapted, in its details, to the use of ordinary societies. Such a work should give, not only the methods of organizing and conducting the meetings, the duties of the officers and the names of the ordinary motions, but in addition, should state in a systematic manner, in reference to eac...

Date de sortie: 2009-02-01 0,49 €

"The business man is the national hero of America, as native to the soil and as typical of the country as baseball or Broadway or big advertising. He is an interesting figure, picturesque and not unlovable, not so dashing perhaps as a knight in armor or a soldier in uniform, but he is not without the noble (and ignoble) qualities which have characterized the tribe of man since the world began. America, in common with other countries, has had distinguished statesmen and soldiers, authors and arti...

Date de sortie: 2009-02-01 0,49 €