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Talking Point - What's happened to the handshake?

The People's Friend

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July 22,2017

AT a recent event, oneof the “Friend” teammet someone who greeted folk with three air kisses. They’d just got used to two being the norm! 

 

Talking Point - What's happened to the handshake?

Greetings can be confusing. There are huggers, handshakers, air kissers . . . and misjudging someone’s approach can be decidedly embarrassing.

Until recently, hugs and kisses were mainly for family members and close friends. Now they seem to be everywhere – even in business meetings!

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