8 modern rules of etiquette that everyone should know
Are you interested in good manners? Although some rules of etiquette may be in disuse, we can not deny that good education is essential for coexistence in society.
It is true that many rules of etiquette seem – and are indeed – lagged, belonging to a world in which women were seen as very fragile beings and unable to open and close the door of a car.
Modern etiquette is not just about maintaining status or knowing which of the 538 cutlery you should eat gratin oysters. Rather, they are guidelines of conduct that value respect for one’s neighbor above all else.
That maxim is always worth it: Do not do to others what you would not want them to do for you. Let’s check it out?
1. Leave the phone in silent mode
Even if the person does not check the cell phone constantly, it is very unpleasant to be in the company of someone whose cell phone does not stop whistling with the arrival of WhatsApp messages or Facebook notifications.
You can not have a serious conversation next to a cell phone making noise and messing up your thoughts. Therefore, if you are together with another person, leave the device in silent mode.
2. Avoid checking messages all the time
Of course there are emergency situations where we have to keep the phone always in sight, but in other cases, it is very annoying to be in the presence of someone who seems to care more about the cell phone than with you.
In addition to leaving the device in silent mode, it is worth making an effort to direct your focus to the person who is with you, and not spend your time answering messages or simply seeing the updates of social networks.
3. Be punctual
It is not enough to warn you at the time that you will arrive 30 minutes late, especially when it comes to a time with the hairdresser or the manicure. By delaying your service, the professional will cause a delay in chain with all other customers.
And, of course, this holds true for social commitments as well. Everyone has many tasks to do, and other people’s time is worth as much as yours. Keep in mind: there will be a lot of traffic anyway, so leave the house in advance.
4. Greet people when they come to an environment
Do not be the person who has been working in the same place for years and never greeted the doorman or receptionist. You do not have to dwell on long conversations in the morning, but let the person know that you have noticed that she is there.
The rule in general is that whoever comes into the environment should greet, so always give discreet “good morning” to the people you pass through until you get to your office desk.
5. Traffic Caution
Good education is also essential in traffic, where it is not uncommon to witness violent discussions caused by disrespect of others. Obey the plates of preference, give the time when requested and never fail to give arrow – in these cases, the lack of kindness can lead to a serious accident.
It’s easy to remember: the pedestrian also deserves respect, so redouble your care when traveling on rainy days so you do not end up soaking someone up as you pass through a puddle of water.
6. Check the volume of your headphones
This rule applies to the work environment, the bus, and the airplane: even if you’re wearing headphones, make sure the sound is not “leaking” and disrupting the people by your side.
In addition to disturbing others, listening to loud music is bad for your hearing. That is, they are two reasons to moderate in the volume of the headphones.
7. Avoid knocking on the front armchair
More and more airplanes are transformed into sardine cans – and you, if you are not lucky enough to be able to buy a ticket in business class, will be squeezed all over the bank like most mortals.
Certainly you bother if the rear passenger kneels in your armchair all the time, so it pays to take care not to hit too much in the front seat as well. And if you are traveling with children, explain to the little ones that this attitude bothers you a lot.
Care is also taken with the rear passenger: before reclining your seat, make sure that it is not using a notebook on the coffee table or even eating. A simple look back avoids much discomfort in those hours.
8. Do not overdo social networks
Disclosing double or family fights on the internet is not a good idea. In addition to sharing your problems with the world, you are still going to expose people who most likely would not like to appear on social networks in this way.
The rule of not exaggerating is also worth thinking twice before marking a friend in a compromising photo or filling her Facebook with dubious taste memes that may even harm her professional image. When in doubt, always command the individual.
More than following a dusty manual with etiquette rules in old-fashioned court balls, paying attention to living standards makes everyday life lighter for everyone. Let’s practice this today.
Article by Akinbode Toluleke check up Twitter on taakinbode
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