Jacqueline Whitmore

09/04/2026

Who puts the grocery divider down — the person in front or behind?

Such a tiny gesture… yet somehow people have VERY strong opinions about it. 😂

Once your groceries are on the belt, put the divider behind them. It keeps the line moving and saves the next person from having to awkwardly reach for it.

Do you always put the divider down—or have you never thought about who should do it? 👀

09/04/2026

If you like going out to eat, I hope you will watch my video on restaurant etiquette: "Etiquette pro reveals the silent silverware signal that some restaurant servers miss"

Florida-based etiquette expert Jacqueline Whitmore reveals why diners should wait until everyone has finished eating before plates are removed and shares the proper silverware signal for indicating a pause.

https://www.foxnews.com/video/6404509069112

Florida-based etiquette expert Jacqueline Whitmore reveals why diners should wait until everyone has finished eating before plates are removed and shares the proper silverware signal for indicating a pause.

09/03/2026

Do you know someone who can't wait to stand up and rush for the aisle as soon as the plane lands? Here's my advice if you encounter an "aisle sprinter" on your next flight.

https://www.travelandleisure.com/airplane-etiquette-for-aisle-sprinters-12023001

Rushing toward the front of the plane is generally considered rude, but a former flight attendant says passengers with tight connections should handle things differently.

09/02/2026

DON’T let a friendly conversation become the longest part of your flight. ✈️

There’s an art to ending a conversation gracefully, especially when you’ll be sitting next to that person for the next few hours.

Would you know how to handle it?

08/31/2026

Tokyo’s new summer workplace dress guidance is stirring up quite the conversation, and I want to hear what you think. 👀

Are traditional workplace dress codes outdated? Should comfort take priority when temperatures soar? And should the same standards apply to everyone? I have a feeling there are going to be some strong opinions on this one! 😂

Tell me where you stand in the comments. And share this with a coworker who always has an opinion about the office dress code!

08/28/2026

Some habits need to STOP being normalized. 👀

The little courtesies we practice every day say a lot about how we make other people feel.

I have a few answers of my own, but I want to hear yours first. What would you add? 👇

08/26/2026

DON’T let the check turn dinner into an awkward moment. 😬

A little clarity beforehand can save everyone from that uncomfortable reach for the bill.

What’s your rule when dining with friends or colleagues? 👇

08/24/2026

DON’T let one small napkin mistake give you away at the dinner table. 🍽️

Your napkin may seem like a minor detail, but knowing what to do with it is part of feeling comfortable and confident when you dine.

And yes, there’s a proper place for it when you step away AND when you’re finished with your meal.

Did you already know this napkin rule? Tell me in the comments!

08/23/2026

Today’s etiquette question: Do you tip a salon owner? 🤑🤨

Let me know what you think in the comments.👇