March 19, 2008 (Boston, MA) – A recent article in the Wall Street Journal explored the possibility that the newest generations of employees are living their professional lives with too much emphasis on being "casual". The article focused on how law firms are finding that their new hires are not educated in business etiquette.

"There is nothing casual about business," says Gretchen Neels, an etiquette consultant and founder of Boston-based Neels & Company. She has found that many members of this new generation of employees don't even own a watch, let alone a business suit. Neels has recognized that younger generations are not following the basic principles of etiquette. They do not know how to dine with clients, conduct themselves appropriately in business situations or make a solid first impression.

Ms. Neels teaches the forgotten art of etiquette. She has written two handbooks on Business Etiquette that are currently being sold at colleges, business schools and law schools across the country. She is an expert in first impressions, networking, interviews and etiquette.  

To schedule an interview with Ms. Neels, please contact Jocelyn Kelley at 617-680-1976 or email at This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it Web Site: www.neelscompany.com

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