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Getting it right

By Gloria Chan

The last get-together for the Turner Support Group was held at the Hotel Grand Plaza on 15 July. It was an enjoyable and lively session with invited guest Ms. Denyse Tessensohn sharing with us the do's and don'ts of table etiquette.

For those of us who used to agonise when faced with the different forks and spoons during a western meal, Ms. Tessensohn enlightened us on which to use and for what purpose. As for our parents drumming into us about not talking with food in our mouth, according to our etiquette expert, you can talk and still eat at the same time provided you take small mouthfuls at a time so that you won't have food spilling out! Earlier before the talk, games master A/Prof. Loke Kah Yin led the group in a game of Pictionary. It was great fun with participants striving to illustrate the best they can for their team members to guess the correct answers. A tea reception, courtesy of Hotel Grand Plaza, was held to round up the session. We are grateful to Ms. Tessensohn for her humorous and enlightening talk.

Tip Of The Day - The Proper Handshake

A wimpy handshake is a sure turn-off. It gives the impression of disinterest. On the other hand (no pun intended), you don't want someone to crush your knuckles either. Here are some tips for shaking hands right, whether socially, or at work:

  • Make eye contact
  • The handshake should be firm but painless
  • The handshake should last about 3 seconds and not continue throughout the entire introduction - that's holding hands
  • Hold your drink in your left hand to avoid a cold, wet handshake
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