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Manners That Matter Most

The Easy Guide to Etiquette At Home and In the World

Author June Eding
Foreword by Norah Lawlor
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Hatherleigh Books | Hatherleigh Press
4.76"W x 7.19"H x 0.35"D   | 5 oz | 24 per carton
On sale Sep 24, 2019 | 160 Pages | 9781578268160
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Recommended by The New York Times!

Etiquette is one of the most valuable assets a person can have: knowing how best to present yourself, and how to deal with others in a direct, effective manner, is paramount in all personal, professional, and social relationships. Manners That Matter Most seeks to resurrect the bygone customs of good manners and graceful style; all while updating and applying them to the modern age.
 
Covering topics from introductions, greetings and thank-you’s, to the etiquette of modern technology (including appropriate places and times to call and text), Manners That Matter Most is a valuable resource and a much-needed guide in our fast-paced world. Suitable for all readers in all social situations, Manners That Matter Most contains both the information and the support you need to gain and give more consideration in your social encounters. With an emphasis on graciousness and chivalry that lends the book its authoritative tone, Manners That Matter Most is the essential companion for anyone looking to put their best foot forward in any situation.
 
Manners That Matter Most also includes:
* Inspirational quotes on the importance of courtesy, respect and dignity
* The 25 essential lessons everyone should learn to cultivate better manners
* Tips for more effective communication with family, friends and co-workers
 
Manners That Matter Most takes an old subject and presents it in a fresh and accessible way, as it reminds us why good practice in etiquette not only makes the practitioner look good, but enhances society as a whole. With Manners That Matter Most, the world opens up—and you know just what to say.
"...an excellent little book. Manners and Etiquette sound old fashioned nowadays. And in a way, they are, it is. Because we’re a mess now. The lack thereof  is epidemic and the result is we aren’t relating to each other as easily as strangers might/should/could/would. I know a book isn’t going to make the difference. I don’t know what will. But it is clear to me at this late age that I’ve only got along in this life with the basics that we call Manners and Etiquette. It’s the only way we can all get along. Eding’s book is comprehensive, serious, easy to read, and actually inspiring on a certain level. "

-- David Patrick Columbia, New York Social Diary
June Eding is an accomplished writer having authored a number of books such as Who Was Queen Elizabeth?, A Little Book of Love, Thank You, Snow Magic, Peace, and Trooper's Triumphs. She has also written for The Humane Society of Missouri. She currently lives in New York City. View titles by June Eding
For people with good manners, doors are constantly opening.

Well-mannered people turn chance meetings into rewarding relationships. They approach formal events or stressful meetings with less anxiety and more confidence. They navigate life’s twists and turns successfully, maintaining control and keeping perspective
on what matters.

This is because behaving with consideration toward others—the guiding tenet of good manners—has multiple benefits. As we go through our days, the simple practice of showing kindness to each other, like saying “please” and “thank you,” showing up on time, and getting back to someone promptly, goes a long way. Good manners help us make a good impression, provide us with structure and reassurance, and help us get through life’s rough spots with aplomb.

The goal of good manners is not perfection. In fact, good manners guide us when we do something wrong or when things don’t turn out as planned. When it’s time to make an apology, good manners help us communicate sincerely. When someone else is rude to us, being polite helps us handle the situation so it doesn’t get worse.

We all make mistakes, and life is unpredictable. When life throws us a curveball, good manners make the ups and downs easier to handle.

—Excerpt from the Introduction
Copyright © 2014 by Hatherleigh Press. All rights reserved. No part of this excerpt may be reproduced or reprinted without permission in writing from the publisher.
Foreword
Introduction

Chapter 1 - Why Do Good Manners Matter?
- Manners Make Life Easier
- The Power of a First Impression
- A More Profound Benefit
- How to Use This Book

Chapter 2 - Incorporating Good Manners Into Modern Life
- A Brief History of Etiquette
- Manners and Modern Life
- Challenges to Maintaining Good
- Manners at Home, at Work, and in a Technological World

Chapter 3 - 25 Essentials to Good Manners

Chapter 4 - Helpful Tips and Guidelines for Social Situations
- Table Manners
- How to Be a Good Host or Hostess
- How to Be a Good Guest
- Tips for More Enjoyable
- Conversation

Conclusion

About

Recommended by The New York Times!

Etiquette is one of the most valuable assets a person can have: knowing how best to present yourself, and how to deal with others in a direct, effective manner, is paramount in all personal, professional, and social relationships. Manners That Matter Most seeks to resurrect the bygone customs of good manners and graceful style; all while updating and applying them to the modern age.
 
Covering topics from introductions, greetings and thank-you’s, to the etiquette of modern technology (including appropriate places and times to call and text), Manners That Matter Most is a valuable resource and a much-needed guide in our fast-paced world. Suitable for all readers in all social situations, Manners That Matter Most contains both the information and the support you need to gain and give more consideration in your social encounters. With an emphasis on graciousness and chivalry that lends the book its authoritative tone, Manners That Matter Most is the essential companion for anyone looking to put their best foot forward in any situation.
 
Manners That Matter Most also includes:
* Inspirational quotes on the importance of courtesy, respect and dignity
* The 25 essential lessons everyone should learn to cultivate better manners
* Tips for more effective communication with family, friends and co-workers
 
Manners That Matter Most takes an old subject and presents it in a fresh and accessible way, as it reminds us why good practice in etiquette not only makes the practitioner look good, but enhances society as a whole. With Manners That Matter Most, the world opens up—and you know just what to say.

Praise

"...an excellent little book. Manners and Etiquette sound old fashioned nowadays. And in a way, they are, it is. Because we’re a mess now. The lack thereof  is epidemic and the result is we aren’t relating to each other as easily as strangers might/should/could/would. I know a book isn’t going to make the difference. I don’t know what will. But it is clear to me at this late age that I’ve only got along in this life with the basics that we call Manners and Etiquette. It’s the only way we can all get along. Eding’s book is comprehensive, serious, easy to read, and actually inspiring on a certain level. "

-- David Patrick Columbia, New York Social Diary

Author

June Eding is an accomplished writer having authored a number of books such as Who Was Queen Elizabeth?, A Little Book of Love, Thank You, Snow Magic, Peace, and Trooper's Triumphs. She has also written for The Humane Society of Missouri. She currently lives in New York City. View titles by June Eding

Excerpt

For people with good manners, doors are constantly opening.

Well-mannered people turn chance meetings into rewarding relationships. They approach formal events or stressful meetings with less anxiety and more confidence. They navigate life’s twists and turns successfully, maintaining control and keeping perspective
on what matters.

This is because behaving with consideration toward others—the guiding tenet of good manners—has multiple benefits. As we go through our days, the simple practice of showing kindness to each other, like saying “please” and “thank you,” showing up on time, and getting back to someone promptly, goes a long way. Good manners help us make a good impression, provide us with structure and reassurance, and help us get through life’s rough spots with aplomb.

The goal of good manners is not perfection. In fact, good manners guide us when we do something wrong or when things don’t turn out as planned. When it’s time to make an apology, good manners help us communicate sincerely. When someone else is rude to us, being polite helps us handle the situation so it doesn’t get worse.

We all make mistakes, and life is unpredictable. When life throws us a curveball, good manners make the ups and downs easier to handle.

—Excerpt from the Introduction
Copyright © 2014 by Hatherleigh Press. All rights reserved. No part of this excerpt may be reproduced or reprinted without permission in writing from the publisher.

Table of Contents

Foreword
Introduction

Chapter 1 - Why Do Good Manners Matter?
- Manners Make Life Easier
- The Power of a First Impression
- A More Profound Benefit
- How to Use This Book

Chapter 2 - Incorporating Good Manners Into Modern Life
- A Brief History of Etiquette
- Manners and Modern Life
- Challenges to Maintaining Good
- Manners at Home, at Work, and in a Technological World

Chapter 3 - 25 Essentials to Good Manners

Chapter 4 - Helpful Tips and Guidelines for Social Situations
- Table Manners
- How to Be a Good Host or Hostess
- How to Be a Good Guest
- Tips for More Enjoyable
- Conversation

Conclusion

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