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November 13, 2025 25 mins
Ep. 36 If you’re heading to a company party or client meal, this episode is your game plan to keep it classy—no awkward moments while dining! Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion (international etiquette instructor) walks you through the small details that make a big impression—from arrival timing and attire to napkins, utensils, ordering, and alcohol limits. Read the full blog here 🎄Holiday Etiquette 2025 ✨How Not to Be "That" Guest Key Takeaways: 🕰️ Arrive (slightly) early without being that person who’s too early 👔 Dress to the level of the event—and always look “meeting ready” 📵 Keep phones, keys, and purses off the table 🧻 Use your napkin and utensils like a pro (and spot which bread plate is yours) 🥗 Order in line with the host and wait to eat until everyone is served 🍷 Enjoy a drink without overdoing it—professionalism first 💬 Navigate small talk, skip hot-button topics, and bow out gracefully 🧾 Tip appropriately and thank the host the right way Quick Checklist ✅ Arrive 5–10 minutes early • Wear a blazer-level look • Personal items off the table • Follow the host’s lead when ordering • Wait for all plates before eating • Pace your drink • Keep conversation light • Thank the host before you leave Connect with us! Instagram: @iampamala Facebook: Totally You-nique Educational Consultants, LLC  LinkedIn: Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion TikTok: @TYECLLC Website: Totallyyou-nique – Consulting Chapters 0:00 Intro: Holiday Dining Faux Pas—Do’s & Don’ts 0:48 Welcome to Grace & Grind 2:30 Timing: Too Early vs. Too Late 3:26 Dress Codes for Business Dinners 4:21 No Phones or Purses on the Table 5:26 Elbows & Posture 6:44 Napkin Basics (When, Where, How) 9:02 Ordering: Match the Host 10:44 Don’t Start Before the Table 11:55 Utensil Confidence 12:28 Cutting Techniques 14:01 Bread & Butter Etiquette 16:08 Chewing with Mouth Closed 17:28 No Talking with a Full Mouth 18:56 Alcohol Limits 20:14 Smart Tipping 21:42 Join the Conversation (Graciously) 23:01 Be Kind to Waitstaff 24:38 Excusing Yourself 26:02 Thanking the Host 27:30 Book a 1:1 with Dr. Pamala Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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