SIMPLE ETIQUETTE

ETIQUETTE

Etiquette is a code of behavior that delineates expectation for social manners according to contemporary conventional norms within a society, social class or group. Below are a few amongst many others.

1.         Etiquette require polite conversation such as “thank you”. “please”, “excuse me”. “I’m sorry”.

2.         Staring at others is very rude.

3.         Do not snap your fingers to get someone  attention, it is rude.

4.         When give a compliment, a simple “thank you” is all that is required, nothing less, nothing more.

5.         Never use a tooth pick or dental floss in public, if you must use these, excuse yourself from the public.

6.         When visiting the rest room in a social gathering “excuse me” is a that’s required.

7.         It is highly indecent to jump the queue, always wait for your turn, it shows you respect others.

8.         If lateness is inevitable, call ahead to inform as this reflects respect for others’ time.

9.         Phones, pagers and such gadgets should be switched to the silent mode in an assembly.

10.       Be mindful of littering your environment, etiquette demands otherwise.

11.       Corrupt  language such as the “F” word is unseemly in a polite conversation.

12.       Effective measures should be undertaken to forestall any kind of odour.

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