Julie Wakefield the presenter for the Southern Methodist University Athletic Department's Dress for Success: Dining Skills class on Sunday, March 29, 2015. This series is part of the Life Skills Department's program to help the student-athletes prepare for life after college.The event featured a three course meal and a working dining tutorial.  Read more

Julie Wakefield was a guest presenter at the American Airlines Southwest Regional Sales Meeting in Austin, Texas on Thursday, January 22, 2015. Her presentation, Outclass the Competition: Business Etiquette included topics on business entertaining and a dining tutorial. Although business entertaining was the emphasis of the three hour class, the participants also discussed making a good first impression, dressing for the occasion, business communications, and networking etiquette.   Read more

The Professional Women's Group of Dress for Success Dallas hosted Julie Wakefield of JW Etiquette at their monthly meeting on Saturday, July 19, 2014. Julie's presentation included pointers on how to Dressing for the Occasion, Making a Good First Impression, Dining Etiquette, and Developing Trust and Building Relationships, and Cell Phone and Social Media Etiquette.   Read more

 Do you ever people watch? If so, you will understand: We are addicted to our cell phones. Remember  85% of our success comes from our ability to relate to people. That means we must develop trusting relationships, make others feel important, and  show respect to others.   Read more

Julie Wakefield attended the Career Fair for student-athletes of Tulane University and New Orleans University on April 6, 2014 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The fair was hosted by Career Athletes.   Read more

Julie Wakefield returned to her alma mater, Stephen F. Austin State University, on March 26-27, 2014 to participate in Nelson Rusche College of Business College to Career Day. Julie, along with other alumni of SFASU, shared her work experience and offered advice to current students as a panelist for two discussions, Acing the Interview and Personal Branding.   Read more

Julie Wakefield spoke to the Epsilon Zeta chapter of Chi Omega at Stephen F. Austin State University on March 27, 2014. Her presentation, "Staying True to Our Values" offered practical advice on personal polish, social graces, manners, etiquette, and respect towards others as related to the values of Chi Omega. "I learned so much tonight!" was just one of the comments Julie heard as the program ended. Julie will continue to work with the Chapter Program Chair to incorporate etiquette lessons into their weekly meetings.   Read more

Julie Wakefield spoke to the students of Wylie Preparatory Academy in Wylie, Texas on March 24, 2014. Her Chapel lesson, "The Golden Rule", related the concepts of etiquette and good manners to the Scriptures.  She highlighted Philippians 2: 3-4 (putting others before yourself), John 13:34-45 (love one another), and Luke 6:31 (The Golden Rule).  Read more

Julie Wakefield was the presenter at the Southern Methodist University's Annual Student-Athlete Etiquette Dinner on March 30, 2014. Her presentation, Outclass the Competition/Dining Etiquette,  included tips on professional dress and appearance, proper introductions, handshaking,and a dining tutorial which included a three course meal.  Read more

Julie Wakefield was the guest speaker at the monthly meeting of the Young Professionals of the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, March 19, 2014. Her presentation included the importance of business etiquette in relation to attracting and retaining customers, five important business etiquette tips including tips on business entertaining, personal image, and how to build relationships, as well as an open discussion of business etiquette with the group members. Pictured below are Julie Wakefield with Nicole Haines, Chair of the NDCC Young Professionals.  Read more