Entertaining Basics

Anyone can come up with reasons not to have a party: It's too much trouble, I'll have to clean the house, I can't afford it, and you might fear that no one will come. But it's easier than you...

If being the center of attention is your goal, learning how to "work the room" is essential. Staying aware of your surroundings and the prevailing mood can help you know how to divert the...

So, you've been invited to a party where you will know or have met very few people, or you are going to a gathering, like a rally or mixer and you don't want to feel like a third wheel. These...

Hosting a great event or party involves more than just inviting over some people and putting out some chips and fruit punch. It is very easy to overlook certain things, or to make assumptions, or...

Entertaining can be fun for both the guests and the hostess. There are some simply things that can be done to make your party jump off without a hitch.

Lake life is so heavenly, you might be able to forget the economy. And if you can't, there's always free fish.

Do you have an important party coming up? Maybe it's the Christmas Work Party, or it's a housewarming at a mutual friend's that you know your ex will be at. Perhaps you just have a history of...

Hosting a successful party is not nearly as complicated as people think. A little effort can go a long way. But make sure you plan the party to be low-maintenance so you can enjoy it too!

Whether you are a party planner or just a person seeking to host a dinner party at home, these tips will ensure that your party will be a success.

Networking is a great way to advance your career, make connections and meet new people. Standing out in a crowd can be intimidating but some preparation and planning can help you work a crowd.

The key to making a successful surprise entrance is knowing a lot about the people or person you want to surprise. A surprise entrance can backfire if it's staged at the wrong time or carried out...

You want to plan that special celebration for your birthday, anniversary or promotion but have very little or no time to do it. Read on for some tips to save you money, energy and time.

It always seems that the people who are the center of attention at parties are not doing anything that different than you are, but they still somehow are the focus of the room. Getting attention...

You've seen those people who seem to be comfortable in any social situation. What's their secret?