"A guide to personal and professional empowerment through civility and social skills, written by two White House Social Secretaries who offer an important fundamental message-- everyone is important and everyone deserves to be treated well."-- Provided by Publisher.

Foreword / Laura Bush -- Introduction -- Begin with confidence -- Humor and charm, the great equalizers -- The quiet strength of consistency -- Listen first, talk later -- Radiate calm -- Handle conflict diplomatically -- Honesty is the best policy (except when it isn't) -- The gift of loyalty -- Own your mistakes -- Keep smiling, and other ways to deal with difficult people -- Virtual manners -- Details matter -- Conclusion.