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« on: September 14, 2001, 11:05:29 am » |
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I must say that the Sue's new article is the best! It is very true that a handshake can make or break a first impression. I cannot tell you how many "cold fish" handshakes I've received since becoming an admin. I really hate having to remind myself that just because they have a lousy handshake doesn't mean they aren't a great worker. I can't wait for next month.
Ellen (trying to get things back to normal) in TX
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marieh2000
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« Reply #1 on: September 14, 2001, 02:25:52 pm » |
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Since we're on the subject, I have a question for Liz in England. I watched the memorial service this morning on C-Span that was being broadcast from London. When Queen Elizabeth was leaving the services, she paused to talk to people who were lined up along the walkway. Although she spoke to several people and acknowledged them, she did not shake their hands. I know when watching our President and other officials on TV, they always shake hands as they are speaking to people. Is the protocol different for the Queen? Do you not shake her hand or was this just because of this being a memorial service?
Marie
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elleny
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« Reply #2 on: September 14, 2001, 03:06:40 pm » |
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Marieh,
I'm sure Liz can deny or confirm this, but I think it is proper ediquit to bow if you are a man and curtsie if you are a lady.
Ellen (i'm just a backwood hick, so i may be wrong) in TX
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workerbee
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« Reply #3 on: September 14, 2001, 03:14:05 pm » |
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I think I read somewhere the the queen was developing arthritis in her hand(s). If that's true, I can totally relate to her not wanting to shake hands on days when it flares up.
Sometimes a limp handshake can simply indicate pain. When someone offers me a relatively limp handshake, I'm careful not to squeeze like python, just in case.
Elaine (wishing Wisconsin had a drier climate)
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bethalize
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« Reply #4 on: September 14, 2001, 04:25:16 pm » |
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You're right about the bowing and the curtseying. There was a big hoo-hah when the Australian Head of State and his wife shook hands with the Queen rather than bowing.
Don't touch the monarch!
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workerbee
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« Reply #5 on: September 18, 2001, 12:21:29 am » |
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American women do not curtsy to anyone; however, American gentlemen can and should bow.
In any case, you only shake when the most senior person offers her/his hand, since the custom in many countries is that not everyone can touch everyone else.
Elaine
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msmarieh
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« Reply #6 on: September 17, 2001, 04:32:22 pm » |
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American woman or not by golly if the Queen of England wants to meet me, I will sure as heck curtsey for her!
Marie
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Katie G
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« Reply #7 on: September 18, 2001, 09:36:33 am » |
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Back to the "cold fish" issue, I have nerve and circulation problems in my extremities which leaves me with hands (and feet) like ice. If I know somebody is coming into the office who will be shaking hands, I place my hands on the top of my monitor over the vents to warm them up!
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