The mission is simple.
I want young children to learn that being kind is the most important part of manners at every age. To develop teenagers into respectful adults who will create workplaces, homes and communities of integrity. To help parents find simple ways to squeeze in teachable moments of kindness and etiquette. To assist the business world in making the workplace run a little better by following simple business protocols. Like many things, etiquette will continue to evolve over time. When we make every effort to stay within the bounds of etiquette, we give relationships a chance to grow and present ourselves with confidence in our personal and professional life.
When I came home from graduating from The Protocol School Washington, I quickly learned that the worst information I would mention in the dating world was the fact that I was a certified etiquette teacher. It made people nervous. The reason I wanted to share it was so they would know what my best friends knew about me— that while I knew a lot about etiquette, I was far from perfect. I‘m human and, from the very beginning, wanted to influence people to find a way of getting along with others. I’ve been teaching manners for 20 years (my siblings would say that I have since birth - hahaha). Although I love teaching in person, I started Polished Peyton, Etiquette Essentials, to bring everyday etiquette classes to everyone in the comfort of their own space. Children can watch a video as they ride to school. Parents can listen to classes as they’re on a walk for 10 minutes. Business etiquette classes can be watched during a lunch break. It’s a simple concept that is accessible to everyone with an internet connection.
Dining Etiquette
I teach dining etiquette to all ages. I often tell parents that my goal is to make mealtime enjoyable for everyone and that is going to take work.
Etiquette Essentials
Etiquette Essentials is a program for ages five-twelve. It covers a range of topics from thank you notes and dining to travel etiquette and how to introduce yourself.
Business Etiquette
These classes are between thirty and ninety minutes long and cover topics such as dining etiquette, protocol in the business world and soft skills.
Hello, I'm Jennifer Daniel.
I grew up in Louisiana—down the street from one of my grandmothers and less than two miles from the other. After graduating from Louisiana State University, I moved east to work for Sea Island at The Cloister hotel in Georgia. And the rest, as they say, is history. I have been teaching Children’s Etiquette, Business Etiquette and Everyday Etiquette for 20 years and as a former second grade teacher, I can honestly say those are my favorite classes to teach.
I graduated from The Protocol School of Washington, Washington DC, in 2001 and while I credit them for much of my success, growing up so close to my grandmothers has shaped every aspect of my business. I’m blessed with two daughters. Being their mom inspires me to raise a generation of young people that will one day influence the world for the better. To instill in them that while it is great to know the correct fork to use in all situations, it is much more important to be kind.