Monica Early has invested the majority of her adult life teaching relationship skills and etiquette. That is a simplified explanation, of course, but as a valuable contributor to Wisdom Harbour, she is the most qualified expert in that field we’ve ever come across!
Monica is the recently retired Chief of Protocol for Air Force Special Operations. In that role, she was directly responsible for protocol support of dignitaries and distinguished visitors from Congress, the Department of Defense, private industry, and international allies. With the U. S. Special Operations Command in Tampa, Florida, she led numerous joint itineraries, ceremonies and events.
Monica was a key expert in the development and validation of the accredited Air Force Protocol Fundamentals Course, the only program of its kind in the government today. With a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management and a diploma from the US Air Force Air War College, Monica is certified in International Protocol and as a Corporate Etiquette Consultant. She is also certified as a Children’s Etiquette Consultant by the Etiquette and Leadership Institute.
Monica lives in Ft. Walton Beach, Florida and is a huge asset for Wisdom Harbour’s school, corporate, and family subscribers. After all, if generals are required to learn from Monica…what might our children become with her instruction?
“Going up?” Join Monica Early on a ride through elevator etiquette in this month’s Protocol Conversation. Monica and Andy navigate the ups and downs of elevator behavior, including entry/exit strategies, personal item management, and courteous phone use. Pushing all the buttons of hilarity, this compact guide offers key tips for graceful shared-space navigation. Elevate your manners and enjoy this essential advice for every elevator encounter!
Buckle up for a delightful journey through healthcare etiquette with Monica Earley and Andy Andrews in this episode of Protocol Conversations! They share engaging stories and practical tips on everything from proper greetings at the doctor’s office to considerate behavior in the waiting room. Discover the right way to manage speakerphone etiquette in public and learn the ins and outs of being an exemplary patient or medical staffer. While the laughs are plenty, the advice is invaluable, offering a perfect blend of entertainment and essential etiquette for navigating the healthcare world. Don’t miss out on this insightful yet entertaining exploration of medical manners!
Join Monica Earley in a fun and intriguing exploration of Monopoly, a game that dominates one-third of global board game sales! Discover its transformation from The Landlord’s Game to a capitalist icon and Hasbro’s clever strategy leading to their market monopoly. Learn about unique editions, the company’s expansion into entertainment, and the game’s massive financial success. Dive into the history and strategy behind Monopoly’s enduring popularity in this captivating Betcha Didn’t Know!
What does “being on time” really mean? Should you bring a hostess gift? And how do you handle a buffet or drop-in party? In this month’s Protocol Conversation, Monica Earley and Andy share laugh-out-loud stories and essential tips on how to navigate social gatherings with grace. Tune in for expert advice that will have you prepared for holiday parties!
In this month’s Protocol Conversation, Monica Earley unpacks the art of small talk. Learn to conquer “mingle phobia,” navigate events, and avoid (what can sometimes be hilarious…at least in this video!) controversial topics. Master conversation with these expert tips!
The airport: a hub of unique, amusing, and sometimes downright puzzling human behavior. In this month’s Protocol Conversation, Monica Earley and Andy Andrews share laugh-out-loud airport experiences while discussing the “must-have manners” before jetting off. So don’t just Talk and Stand Around, TSA is waiting for you!
Monica Earley is in the studio to record the next Protocol Conversation on airport manners.
First published in 1837, this tale is a timeless satire on human vanity, conformity, and the fear of speaking out against popular opinion.
In this month’s Protocol Conversation, Monica Early has 10 tips for manners the whole family should bring to air travel. This hilarious episode will have you reaching for your oxygen mask! So put down that egg salad sandwich, don’t offer anyone a bite, and tune in to this episode that will make you a more pleasant passenger for everyone around!
Monica Earley is back for another Protocol Conversation, and this month, she’s discussing flag etiquette. You’ll hear about who has authorization to set a flag to half-staff and when, how to be respectful at a sporting event, the proper way to display and take down your flag, and more!
Monica Earley—former Special Operations Chief Protocol Officer—is back and leading the conversation about accepted codes of behavior in every situation. In this episode, she’s covering napkins and answering questions like…what does dough and a towel have in common, is there a correct side of the plate to place your napkin, what kind of napkin is believed to be used at the Last Supper, and more! Get it all in this Protocol Conversation!
Monica Earley is in studio to record the next “Protocol Conversation of the Month” on napkins.