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It’s nearly the Fourth of July, and what better way to celebrate America’s independence than by displaying the stars and stripes in front of your home. But there are rules to follow. To make sure you do things right, here’s a quick refresher by etiquette expert Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs Polished.

Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs talks to KTRS about golf etiquette.

Tis the “I Do” season! If you’re a bridesmaid in an upcoming wedding, follow these best practices to ensure you understand your role and duties for the bride’s big day. WATCH VIDEO      

published on ASAP Let’s face it, most of us dread having that difficult conversation. Whether it be delivering bad news to a co-worker, discussing a delicate topic with a friend, talking to your boss about a work issue that needs to change or other challenging topics, these

Not sure if you should attend the ceremony, purchase a gift or give cash? This Great Day St. Louis segment offers graduation etiquette tips for you and the graduate. WATCH VIDEO

published in ASAP It’s incredible to think we spend more time at work with our co-workers each day than we do with our family members. A happy work environment is critical for our emotional and physical well-being just as it is for the productivity for any business.

Saying no is difficult, especially when asked to do something by a friend, co-worker or family member. We find ourselves saying yes because we don’t to disappoint them and sometimes because we feel trapped. We feel bad when others are pitching in their time, money or talents

Saying no is difficult, especially when asked to do something by a friend, co-worker or family member. We find ourselves saying yes because we don’t to disappoint them and sometimes because we feel trapped. We feel bad when others are pitching in their time, money or talents

These days our cell phone travels with us wherever we go. We’ve become totally reliant upon it for everything – texting, emailing bill paying, picture taking, video taking, entertainment, social media and on and on. Yet, sometimes we’re unaware of our manners when using our mobile device.

by Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs posted in ASAP We’ve all worked with and listened to brilliant people. Some were great and some, well,  not so great. The smart and sophisticated as well as the mean and meek (and all those in between) can teach us more than they realize.