Empowerment Issue January 2018 | Page 30

MADELIFE fork always stays in your left hand, while American style allows you to switch the fork from left hand to right hand based on what you’re eating. European style is considered the most proper globally and may indicate that you or your guest(s) travel the world. DESSERT: Icing on the cake after a successful meal. • CHECK, PLEASE: If you want to pick up the check…make it smooth. Get there early, provide your server with a credit card and tell them you’re taking care of the bill. If arriving later, excuse yourself to the bathroom and get the waiter then. When that time finally comes, they can take care of the tab seamlessly and present you with the paid check. The thought that you’ve taken care of it so covertly shows consideration (and a little magic) that will definitely impress your guests. • SPLIT CHECKS: Because you called earlier, you know if you can use a card or cash. If possible, have extra cash in smaller bills to make change for someone else. You won’t be the one holding things up and you may help someone out. We call that being the people’s champion and guests will remember. • FAREWELL: Say goodbye to everyone personally, even if it was a larger group and you didn’t get to chat with them all. Leave a business card or connect online to schedule a follow up. Don’t leave it to chance that you will meet again. made-magazine.com | 30