“Don’t get caught unprepared. Knowing how to conduct yourself with civility and tact is an incredible advantage in today’s workforce. Don’t Burp in the Boardroom is a must-read for college grads, as well as the long-time employee!”
—Frank Shankwitz, Retired Arizona Department of Public Safety Detective and Co-Founder of the Make-A-Wish Foundation
“Rosalinda Randall here-in provides an impressive compendium of straight-forward, common sense nuggets of wisdom for handling life’s often awkward and/or unexpected dilemmas—dilemmas many of us often find we are unprepared to deal with.
“This is a very easy, charismatic, and informative read laced with lightheartedness. Anyone who values being better prepared for life and the unexpected will surely benefit from the contents of these pages.”
—Matt Helm, Owner of Matt Helm Entertainment (Dean Martin/Sean Connery Impersonator)
“Saying what you mean without being mean is the foundation of good relationships and successful teams. As the Athletic Director of a college and a former NFL player, I know that the way we interact with others has a direct impact on us, our coworkers, and our success. Don’t Burp in the Boardroom offers a fresh perspective on etiquette, with real-life situations and solutions that are as applicable in the locker room and classroom as they are in a boardroom. Every professional team, no matter how large or small, will benefit from Rosalinda’s advice!”
—Ted Petersen, Director of Athletics and Physical Education, former offensive lineman for Pittsburgh Steelers (1977–1983, 1987), Cleveland Browns (1984), Indianapolis Colts (1984)
“Don’t Burp in the Boardroom is the must-read manual of the century! It basically gives a less-skilled person the fundamentals of etiquette and the basic knowledge to succeed in the workplace. It covers everything from how to use a napkin to social media tips. I personally discovered things I could improve on. To be frank there are not very many things I would recommend but Don’t Burp in the Boardroom takes a fascinating look at daily etiquette; it is on my short list of recommended books.”
—Stanley Roberts, Creator and Producer of award-winning “People Behaving Badly” KRON 4 TV San Francisco
“Don’t Burp In The Boardroom by etiquette expert Rosalinda Randall is a humorous but all-too-real look at the office etiquette issues facing the modern professional of almost any stripe today. Randall doesn’t just give advice on the superficial—how to dress, or what to order at a business lunch etc., although those are covered as well—but takes a hard look at many of the questions facing fresh job-seekers or even long-time employees, viewing situations from different perspectives. She then proceeds to break those challenges down into manageable components and presents various solutions for different outcomes, in a rather refreshing approach.
“Whether you’re new to the workforce or a seasoned office veteran, the crucial insight Randall provides in the book may mean the difference between getting that job or promotion, or losing the opportunity altogether. Don’t Burp in the Boardroom may also prove invaluable to those who lead or manage people—after all, office etiquette is appreciated at every level!”
—Daniel Goh, Editor of YoungUpstarts.com
“Whether you are an entrepreneur climbing the ladder or patrolling the beat, the way you conduct yourself matters. If you want to make a great impression, the first day and every day, Rosalinda offers applicable, real-life solutions to real-life dilemmas for employees in today’s competitive workplace. Don’t apply for another job or deal with that hard-to-live-with coworker until you’ve read Don’t Burp in the Boardroom.”
—Jamie Monozon, CEO San Bruno Chamber of Commerce
“Don’t Burp in the Boardroom is a no-nonsense guide for young graduates to navigate the etiquette hallways of the workplace. Rosalinda Oropeza Randall is an expert in her field and delivers etiquette advice in a down-to-earth manner. Her advice is full of anecdotal stories and examples that clearly illustrate the value of her knowledge. This book is a must-have for anyone looking to be successful at work.”
—Candice Nance, International Business Professor, Cañada College
Rosalinda Randall is a modern-day pundit on tact and civility. By lending personality and humor to an age-old and sometimes boring topic, Rosalinda has been successfully improving workplace environments and relationships as well as spreading civility and sharing enthusiastic and insightful advice for more than 14 years.
Rosalinda has also served as a source for Woman’s Day (featured on YahooShine), Small Biz Technology, The Metro West Daily News, Winter Bride 2013, Ser Padres (Spanish version of “Parents Mag”), on a variety of topics.
One of her favorite missions is serving as a consultant to formerly incarcerated women. Catherine’s Center, a local non-profit organization. She lives in Northern California.
