Teaching Etiquette in St. Maarten: New Manners To Go Licensee
Elaine, who is located near St.Maarten, completed her third etiquette certification training session. A few days before our fourth session, she emailed to let me know the hurricane was approaching her island.
A few months later you can imagine how thrilled I was to receive an email from her letting me know she was well and her island was slowly but surely recovering. We made plans to meet in Florida so that she could finish her certification in person. She chose the 2 day in-person immersion option.
Our time together was memorable.
The Boys and Girls Club of Tampa experienced Elaine’s passion firsthand. She not only observed me teaching but also taught a portion of the class. Over 50 children attended our manners event.
Whew, we were busy! Later that afternoon, twelve Girl Scouts earned their Manners badge. The girls were served a meal so that they could learn everything there is to know about table manners.
Continue reading and you will learn more about Elaine. Welcome her to Manners To Go.
Manners To Go™ is afull-service company for those choosing to teach manners to children. You can make a difference. All children and teenagers deserve to feel what it is like to be confident, and use good manners out in the world.
Manners To Go™ is taught in public, private and charter schools around the world. The New York Times, Parents Magazine and Fox News have all featured Manners To Go and the many benefits of teaching social skills to children.
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Go ahead and connect with us. We love it when you call. You can email or follow us on social media.
First, back to the phone call. This is our favorite way to connect. Call us at 610-212-1862. We will answer and most likely spend a lovely moment with you answering your most pressing questions.
We have a new Manners To Go licensee in the Philippines. Rita has the exclusive rights to teach the Manners To Go program in her country. We are thrilled to have her on the team.
We talk about getting a fast start to your business at Manners To Go. Rita has done just that. Within a few weeks she was out talking about her new business. She quickly created a Facebook page and website. I am impressed.
Read more about her below as well as find links to Rita’s website. The name of her business is Manners and Mindfulness.
What is the best advice you have given as a mother to another mother?
To be truly present in the lives of their children. To respect and understand what your child is going through. Always remember that they (the mother) have been young once too.
What is one place everyone should experience with children?
Disney World. It is so nice to see a child’s face light up as they take the different rides and watch the shows. You can also learn some lessons in manners and mindfulness there. You can teach children how to patiently stand in line, wait your turn at the restaurants, and be respectful to the employees at Disney.
How do you like to start your day?
I start my day with a 20-minute quiet time in prayer then I take my juice which is a mixture of fruits and greens.
One woman you would like to be for the day?
A broadcast journalist like Christian Amanpour. I think I can do this job very well since I have a keen interest in people.
I can’t stop talking about….
My children and how they make me proud and how happy I am for who they have become.
To Learn more about Rita | Manners and Mindfulness in the Philippines
“Lisa is a great mentor and her Manners to Go program is truly turn key. She taught me everything that I needed to learn to ensure that I will be successful in my endeavor . The program has been very helpful every step of the way. I feel truly blessed that I am part of her team.”
Teach Manners to Children
We have women from all backgrounds and work history. Of course, we would love to have men on our team and I bet that is around the corner. Many have called to express interest in teaching manners to children.
Women who are mothers, teachers, doctors and professors are all starting their businesses teaching social skills to children. I can promise you this….teaching is so rewarding and not to mention the pride of owning something that is yours. Manners To Go is a licensing program. You name your business and use our curriculum, You may use our branding if you want to and we will provide our guidance and expertise to get you started. Our program is neatly wrapped into one big experience. We have been told that Manners To Go is so much more than expected and we LOVE hearing how wonderful it is!
Contact Manners To Go
Go ahead and connect with us. We love it when you call. You can email or follow us on social media.
First, back to the phone call. This is our favorite way to connect. Call us at 610-212-1862. We will answer and most likely spend a lovely moment with you answering your most pressing questions.
Manners To Go™ is taught in public, private and charter schools around the world. The New York Times, Parents Magazine and Fox News have all featured Manners To Go and the many benefits of teaching social skills to children.
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We have two training options: see link below for more details. Option #1: Two Day IN PERSON Immersion Training. Option #2: Video Training via Skype, FaceTime or Phone.
THIS IS NOT your stuffy judgmental manners program. Manners To Go is relevant, content rich and beautifully illustrated. You will be proud to teach from our curriculum.
You receive marketing guides that allow you to successfully start and launch your own business teaching manners to children.
The focus of our training is completely on your business needs.
We offer a “licensing” program. You name your own business and use the Manners To Go curriculum to teach the program.
Travel Costs! You do not have to travel to a destination for the training. Other certifications require that you travel to an event. You incur additional travel costs such as flights, meals, hotels and incidentals. If you choose Manners To Go, you can use the travel savings toward the cost of starting your new business.
Who Chooses Manners To Go?
We are proud that we have licensees from all walks of life that choose Manners To Go. Teachers, bankers, pediatricians, professors and moms are teaching the program from California to the Philippines. Yes, we even offer training internationally. Here is a link where you will find testimonials from other licensees. Click here to learn more.
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Manners To Go™ is taught in public, private and charter schools around the world. The New York Times, Parents Magazine and Fox News have all featured Manners To Go and the many benefits of teaching social skills to children.
Do you like to spend time perusing the internet just for fun? I do. I have found this to be one of my guilty pleasures plus I love to learn and be resourceful.
This post is just that…for fun. I thought I would share with you some links that I find interesting and helpful in my personal life.
French Essence:
Are you a francophile? I am and have been following the blog, French Essence for years. With homes in Provence and London, Vicki Archer has a very full interesting life. She keeps me on my toes with fashion posts and her travels. I have both of her books and you can find her blog at this link.
Another source about all things French and of course fashion is Garance Dore’s podcast and blog. Recently, she interviewed Misty Copeland, the ballerina. Misty tells her story about being a shy child and how she found the world of dance.
Toll Brothers is a luxury home builder and they asked me to contribute to an article on dinner party etiquette. You can find my suggestions and read the article by clicking on this link.
Manners To Go™ is taught in public, private and charter schools around the world. The New York Times, Parents Magazine and Fox News have all featured Manners To Go and the many benefits of teaching social skills to children.
Charge a fee for Thanksgiving? This one takes the cake! I have been asked many etiquette questions over the years, but never this one. Click the video above to see my answer and option.
CBS Philadelphia Wrote:
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) –– Maybe this year you’re hosting Thanksgiving. It’s a lot of work to make the big meal, and it costs money. So, is it OK to charge your guests?
The question became a hot conversation on social media.
On social media, there was support on both sides, with the majority of people saying they would not cough up $30 for a dinner hosted by friends or family.
So, what if your loved ones charged per plate?
The idea recently sent the Twitterverse into a frenzy when word spread that someone’s aunt was charging $30 a head at her Thanksgiving table.
“When you offer to host an event at your home you have to accept responsibility and part of that is the financial piece of that,” said Richey.
Dealing with a bunch of freeloaders? Richey says you can always relinquish the responsibility.
“You don’t have to host, can have it at someone else’s house.”
So would you charge a fee?
About Lisa Richey
Most likely we already share something in common. We believe that teaching children manners, character and social emotional skills are very important.
Manners To Go™ is a full-service company for those choosing to teach manners to children. You can make a difference. All children and teenagers deserve to feel what it is like to be confident, and use good manners out in the world.
Manners To Go™ is taught in public, private and charter schools around the world. The New York Times, Parents Magazine and Fox News have all featured Manners To Go and the many benefits of teaching social skills to children.
Thanksgiving is a great opportunity to teach children basic manners. Whether you are having Thanksgiving in your home or at a friend’s (or family’s), why not teach a few basic social skills? This article focuses on table manners but I have provided a few other tips such as handshakes and greetings.
In today’s increasingly digital and connected world, it is more crucial than ever for children to understand how to behave appropriately in different social situations. Too many children aren’t learning social skills and it is negatively impacting their ability to thrive and succeed. Below, you will find three practical tips and all teachable moments to learn manners in everyday life.
Tips to Teach Thanksgiving Manners
Handshakes and Greetings: Show your children how to greet someone at your front door. Teach eye contact, a smile is always welcome, and basically how to say “hello”. Handshakes might seem a bit formal but remember this is a teachable moment. Teach them to shake with a firm grip and to make web-to-web contact with the other person. As your guest arrive, have your child ask them if they may take their coat or wraps. When your friends and family are leaving, teach your child how to offer to help with their coats. Walking guests to the door is very important as it is a sign of respect and kindness.
How to Set the Table: The video above shows a basic table setting. You may use this every day at mealtime or for your Thanksgiving table. The table setting shown is for a casual setting and is very easy for all ages. You may use this table setting any time of the year for any type of meal. Involve your child in decorating your holiday table. Make it fun. You can start practicing now, before the holidays so that they are familiar with the setting and navigate it easily.
Thank You Notes: If are visiting family or friends for the holiday, send a thank you note expressing your gratitude for the meal. Another teachable and family moment, thank you note writing can be fun and quick. A thank you note should not be a novel. Three or four sentences will do. Your children can decorate the notes if they like and pick out a stamp they like.
Manners To Go™ is a full-service company for those choosing to teach manners to children. You can make a difference. All children and teenagers deserve to feel what it is like to be confident and use good manners out in the world.
Manners To Go™ is taught in public, private, and charter schools around the world. The New York Times, Parents Magazine, and Fox News have all featured Manners To Go and the many benefits of teaching social skills to children.
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