Teaching professionalism one email etiquette lesson at a time
Years ago, I conducted research about the strategic uses of email at work. My colleague and I interviewed a bunch of folks …
You took the spot, now stay in it
In formation flying, there’s an important skill called station keeping. This means staying in the correct position relative to other planes in …
Thursday 13: On my mind
To sum up life lately: “Time is that elusive quality of nature which keeps events from happening all at once. Lately, it …
Communicating with your college professor: 13 Dos and Don’ts
With the end of the semester last week, I completed my fifth year as a college instructor. Five years and hundreds of …
Travel tales: If you can’t say anything nice… Hush.
With hands on hips: “This is taking forever.” Eyebrows scrunched: “What are they dooooing back there?” Eyes rolling: “God, how long does it take to …
For pete’s sake, be considerate. Shawna’s guide to airport/airplane etiquette
Grumpy girl. When I got done taking self- portraits and 7,000 cloud shots, I read SkyMall. I really want the camera/recorder “spy …
Screw you Emily Post
So I’m designing wedding invitations this week. I’m actually have a blast tinkering with details and getting into this “wedding” business somewhat. …