1) When greeting someone for the first time, a cupped handshake (in which your left hand covers the normal handshake) is a good way to show my sincerity and interest.

2) At an interview or meeting, it is generally necessary for me to stand only when a women walks into the room (regardless of my gender).

3) At job fairs -- and other professional settings -- when I receive a business card from someone, I should take the time to really read the card before sticking it in my pocket or briefcase.

4) I should always turn off (or silence) my cell phone and beeper before heading into any interview or business meeting.

5) In dining situations, my drinks are on my right and my bread plate is on my left.

6) When on an on-site interview, if I get a parking ticket while at the interview, I can add the cost of the ticket to the expense reimbursement form I submit to the company.

7) After a job interview, regardless of whether I am still interested in the job or not, I should always follow-up with a thank you note.

8) A few days after a job interview, I begin calling the employer every day to see when a hiring decision will be made.

9) When introducing myself at job fairs or other business settings, I should avoid saying anything except my name until the other person responds in kind.

10) When I know a company I am interviewing with is having a casual day on the day I am interviewing, it is best to dress down for the interview.

11) During an on-site interview, it’s okay to order a cocktail before the meal or wine with my meal when everyone else is drinking.

12) I have a great sense of humor, so it’s perfectly fine to have a humorous greeting on my voicemail (or answering machine) when job-hunting.

13) When at meetings at which people are wearing name tags, the best place to put your name tag is on your right chest/shoulder area.

14) When I place telephone calls to potential employers, I use a clear and confident voice and always first identify who I am and why I am calling.

15) At job and career fairs it’s okay for me to walk up to a group of people engaged in conversation and interrupt by introducing myself.

16) When talking on the phone with a potential employer or other business contact, it’s okay for me to put them on hold while I answer another phone call.

17) I always avoid asking questions at an interview because it is rude to interrupt the interviewer by asking questions.

18) During an on-site interview, when dining out, I always rest my soup spoon and butter knife on the saucer or plate rather than on the table.

19) The rules of etiquette aren’t as important in businesses that have a “laid back” corporate culture.

20) No matter what type or level of job I am applying for, I always go out of my way to greet the receptionists and secretaries with sincerity.