TODAY, Thursday, Nov. 17, is Clear Creek Distillery Day at Give!Guide. One lucky donor will receive one bottle of every eau de vie and liqueur Clear Creek produces. This should whet the palate: http://www.clearcreekdistillery.com/products.html.

To qualify: You must be 21 or over. You must make a donation between 12:00:01 am and midnight on Thursday, November 17. A random drawing will be held, and the winner contacted, on Nov. 18. The goal is to have the goods in the winner's hands that day — in plenty of time for Thanksgiving.

What you can win HERE - Donate HERE to enter to win (you can find Dress for Success Oregon under the Community category).

Don't forget, your donation is worth double! Jema Bitar Property Developers and Managers will match up to $5,000!

We had a blast with the ladies of Women for Success this weekend as we enjoyed a champagne brunch and listened to a refresher on etiquette in today's business world presented by Susie Kanewske. With the support of Ferguson Wellman Capital Management, Hotel Monaco, Red Star Tavern this event raised over $4,500 to benefit Dress for Success Oregon - thank you everyone!

Now, check out the top ten social and business faux pas - are you guilty of any?

1. RSVP! This means when someone sends an invitation, social or business related, you are to respond. It doesn't mean whether you are coming or not, just let them know one way or the other.
2. Understanding the proper way to make an introduction. Older before younger, women before men and superior before junior. The simple way to remember this is the person you most want to impress, use their name first.
3. Assuming business associate wants to be called by their first name. Refer to them by their formal name until they've given you permission or extend preference to their first name.
4. Mistreating the secretaries and receptionists of clients. Learn to let them be your best ally.
5. Not "giving good phone!" Also, remember to turn off those cell phones during meetings.
6. Failing to put thank you's in writing. A simple note of thanks for a meal, a meeting, someone's time, etc. is just a simple common courtesy.
7. Being consistently late and lax about making and keeping appointments.
8. Drinking and doing business. Like oil and water, drugs, alcohol and business, do not mix. Remember that religion and politics fits into this category as well.
9. Inviting superiors out socially before they've taken the initiative. Understanding the true meaning of "deference" and apply it in the social and professional world.
10. Not realizing you won't get a second chance to make a first impression. Pay attention to details. This applies to your marketing materials, how you package yourself and the ambiance of your office. Smile, be real and ultimately make the other person feel comfortable. This is a true sign of impeccable manners!

Once again Dress for Success Oregon has been selected to participate in the Willamette Week GIVE!GUIDE (3rd year in a row!) and today is the kick-off!  This is your chance to support the wonderful world of Portland nonprofits, especially your favorite organization....Dress for Success Oregon!  It's so easy.  Just log on to the GIVE!GUIDE website and make your fully tax-deductible gift.  All contributions will be accepted through midnight, Dec. 31, 2011.  Help make this our best GIVE!GUIDE year ever!

We are pretty excited for the Women for Success Etiquette Brunch this Sunday! With the holidays just around the corner it seems like the flood gates have opened for business events. Holiday parties, dinners, and networking events are popping up all over the city. So take a little breather this Sunday before the holiday chaos begins and grab our girlfriends, mothers and daughters to enjoy a little etiquette refresher. Attendees will also get a sneak peak at fabulous holiday fashions that are great for any holiday business occasion. If you have any specific questions you'd love to have answered, be sure to post them to the Women for Success Facebook Page.

We hope to see you there! Can't make it? You can provide a scholarship for a Dress for Success Oregon client to attend. 100% of the funds raised from this event will benefit Dress for Success Oregon. This event is made possible by the generosity of Ferguson Wellman Capital Management, Hotel Monaco, Red Star Tavern and Leanna NYC.

After the event we’ll be sure to share our favorite etiquette tips from Susie Kanewski and as always - we'll be sure to post some of the photos!

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