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Poor table manners can be a serious deterrent to a student’s social life at school and college, to anyone’s career, and to a happy marriage. We have seen men of extraordinary talent consistently fail to reach the “big time” because others consider them gauche. Table manners are one of the most visible signals of the state of our manners. That is why good table manners are an absolute necessity for social success—and, therefore, business success.
Topics
Basics of Table Setup
Hand and Elbow Placement
Table Settings
Using of Silverware
Handling Silverware
Styles of Eating: American vs. Continental
Resting and Finishing Positions
Napkin Placement and Usage
Seating at Table: Order of Precedence
How to be a Savvy Host and Hostess
Passing and Serving
The Art of Toasting
Conversational Flow at Table
How to Eat Difficult Foods at Table
How to Properly Eat Soup
Excusing Yourself at Table
Habits at Table: Sneezing, Coughing, Removing Food from Mouth, etc.
