Episode 335: Sara Jane Ho: Netflix’s “Mind Your Manners”, Modern Etiquette & The Power of a First Impression

Habits and Hustle

In conversations do you tend to dominate or take a backseat?

If you want to follow the rules of good etiquette - you should avoid dominating the conversation by only talking about yourself for around 20 seconds. According to this week’s Habits & Hustle guest, etiquette expert Sara Jane Ho, using this guideline will foster a more interactive, balanced dialogue, and deeper connection.

Listen as we discuss all the life experiences that drove her to open an etiquette school in Beijing for adult women. She also shares the true impact of making a strong first impression, especially in the world of modern dating dating, how she landed a Netflix show, and the evolving norms of social etiquette in the post-COVID world.

We also discuss the challenge of dancing around the fine line between curiosity and intrusiveness, noting cultural differences in what's considered polite or rude, and the intersection of East meets West and female empowerment - especially in business!

Sara Jane Ho is the star of Netflix’s “Mind Your Manners”, author of the book of the same name, founder of Chinese finishing school, Institute Sarita, where students are taught etiquette and lifetime skills.

What we discuss…

(11:00) The legacy of etiquette and charm schools

(20:00) How to master etiquette and dating in the modern world

(22:18) The impact of a first impression

(37:00) The essential guide to exceptional table manners

(51:10) The key differences between curiosity and intrusiveness

(58:34) Career choices and female empowerment

(01:01:51 Herbal remedies and Eastern medicine

(01:11:50) Innovative intimate wellness company & proper vulva hygiene education

(01:25:14) Avoiding graveyard energy in your home, and the 20 second/40 second rule

…and more!

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Find more from Jen:

Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/

Instagram: @therealjencohen

Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books

Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement

Find more from Sara:

Website: https://www.sarajaneho.com/

Instagram: @sarajaneho

Order the book: https://amzn.to/3ViKItw

Watch the Netflix show: https://bit.ly/49XVxpy