Social Etiquette

The sustainable food security trap

By Dele Sobowale One of the paradoxes of economics is threatening to create a food crisis later during the year. Last year January, escalating food prices dragged headline inflation towards 35 per cent. A 50 kilogram bag of rice was going for N80- 100,000 – depending on location. Governor Bago of Niger State was contemplating placing […]
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Eye Power Etiquette

Looking at the young millennial today we see the reverse is now the case when being spoken to by your boss. You will be considered rude when looking downwards or away from your boss as he/she is addressing you. It is expected that you look up and right at your boss with direct eye contact.

Being A Father Figure

The job is never ending from the first smile, first steps, first words, first day at school, all the way to when you see your own baby carrying their own baby.

Sock Attack

Unless you are wearing the full formal traditional wear it is expected that yes socks are to be worn but you must recognize where you are going and what you are wearing socks with. There are three major looks for men when it comes to wearing socks.

Glued to the Television

What is your favorite past time activity? For quite a few people sitting in front of the television watching a favorite series, documentary, movie or musical video is the ideal way to relax and while away the time.

How polite is your child?

The kids are feeding of 21st century technology and have become so antisocial. The impact is so much rudeness everywhere you turn.

Wedding Gown Etiquette

For the bride to be the day is a treasured memorable day as the bride is the spectacle that everyone wants to see, she is easily the focus of attention that day along with her beau of course. The day brings emotions, fun, excitement and love for the families involved, just as it requires a huge amount team work for the planning despite how big or small the ceremony will be.

What’s in a name?

Remembering someone’s name is a gift, not everyone has that talent. Infact many adults are victims of forgetting names most times within the first ten minutes of meeting someone. To avoid such awkward situations during any first time meeting you will need to make a conscious effort to try to remember the name. never feel shy to ask someone to repeat or remind you if you missed it at the beginning.

Labour of Love

Many people finish formal education and expect a good job will come on a platter of gold. They also feel entitled to a huge salary at once on the back of a mere qualification. I would say seek experience first even if it may temporarily require a pay drop just to get one foot in.

Window Shopping Etiquette

You may in future buy something, but whether it is your physical visit to the store or your shopping around online you are under no pressure to buy. We tend to find many people who are on holiday relaxed and adventurous tend to pass time window shopping.

Driver’s Meal Ticket

What we see today is that the season of weddings is now an all-round celebration come rain come shine. The nuptial knots are being tied on a regular basis now, so wedding protocol is becoming part of our daily lifestyle.

Movie Mania

The cinema a place some of us call the “movies” is now a favorite hangout for friends, family and even corporate events. It truly is the place to run away to relieve stress, unwind and have a bit of fun watching an interesting movie.

Gift Giving Taboos

The art of giving a gift shows your ability to be generous appreciative and kind. It takes more than just going to buy or acquire a gift for someone. There are different reasons for giving gifts all year round, depending on a festive occasion or a personal one. Gifts are usually a delight to receive, the joy, excitement and surprise one experiences when it comes to opening the gift is great.

Gift Giving Taboos

today receiving gifts comes with a lot of caution, at times there are legal implications bound by giving and receiving gifts.

Beach Etiquette

When you go to the beach, it may have been a while back now, If I may ask you to ponder a little.  What do you wear? What do you take to protect yourself? What do you eat? What liquid do you consume? There is a quite a lot to factor in while at the beach.

Mix & Mingle Dilemma

There are many occasions when you are invited to events, many reasons affect the decision to attend, a lot depends on your values, objectives and willingness to do things differently. It is probably easier when you arrive at the event and you find yourself among those you know.

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