2019 - Debrett's

An Introvert’s Guide to Party Season

Somewhere between a third and half of us are introverts, according to Susan Cain's book Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking. So how do we navigate this time of year, when it can feel as if every day brings

December 17, 2019

EVERYDAY ETIQUETTE

The etiquette of the work Secret Santa

It's the most wonderful time of the year, with one exception: the workplace Secret Santa. Whether the prospect of buying a present for your boss fills you with horror, or you're notoriously bad at feigning enthusiasm for something you hate, here are our top five tips

November 26, 2019

EVERYDAY ETIQUETTE

Sing karaoke and don’t tip: etiquette in Japan

This weekend the England rugby team faces South Africa in the hotly-anticipated final of the Rugby World Cup in Yokohama. But how much do we know about our host nation? Here are our top ten etiquette tips for making a good impression in Japan.

October 30, 2019

EVERYDAY ETIQUETTE

How to avoid a Twitter spat

The nation was gripped yesterday by one story, and one alone. It was not the latest Brexit development, but Coleen Rooney’s Twitter announcement that fellow football spouse Rebekah Vardy had been selling stories about her to the tabloids. Rebekah Vardy issued a reply denying the

October 10, 2019

EVERYDAY ETIQUETTE

Debrett’s in Italy

We are delivering training sessions in Milan and Turin on international business etiquette and social skills as part of a series in Italy, UAE and India

September 20, 2019

EVERYDAY ETIQUETTE

The etiquette of the House of Commons

This image of Jacob Rees-Mogg reclining on the front bench provoked outrage last week, but was he breaching parliamentary protocol? We explore the etiquette

September 12, 2019

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How to be a gentlewoman: an interview with Lotte Jeffs

How to be a Gentlewoman: The Art of Soft Power in Hard Times is published today. We spoke to author Lotte Jeffs about the book

September 5, 2019

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Five lessons we’ve learnt from cricket

With the Ashes getting underway this week at Edgbaston, here are five key lessons we've learned from the 400-year-old sport of cricket. 1.Sportsmanship is paramount The Spirit of Cricket, enshrined by two ex-England captains in cricket's 'Laws', or rules of the game, emphasises the importance of respect

July 25, 2019

EVERYDAY ETIQUETTE

How I overcame my fear of the best man’s speech

Find out how Debrett's public speaking course helped a best-man-to-be overcome his fear of giving a speech.

July 9, 2019

EVERYDAY ETIQUETTE

Can you wear shorts to the office?

Two members of the Debrett's team go head-to-head to argue for and against the wearing of shorts in the workplace. But what do you think? Let us know in the comments section below.

June 28, 2019

EVERYDAY ETIQUETTE

An Introvert’s Guide to Party Season

The etiquette of the work Secret Santa

Sing karaoke and don’t tip: etiquette in Japan

How to avoid a Twitter spat

Debrett’s in Italy

The etiquette of the House of Commons

How to be a gentlewoman: an interview with Lotte Jeffs

Five lessons we’ve learnt from cricket

How I overcame my fear of the best man’s speech

Can you wear shorts to the office?

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