Perhaps the 26th rule of the "Essential Etiquette Business Guide: 25 Simple Rules to Make Your Manners Shine" should be don't pull the guide out during a business lunch.

Question: A few months after I became a supervisor, my manager "wrote me up" because of conflicts with my employees. These people used to be my peers, and they were upset when I was promoted.

Attention job seekers: Don't let up as 2009 winds down. Contrary to popular belief, November and December are excellent months to get hired.