What is the best telephone etiquette?
If you’re the caller, always identify yourself before you ask to speak to someone. “Hi, this is Phyl. May I speak to Beverly, please?”Say “please” and “thank you.”If you dial a wrong number, don’t just hang up. That’s rude and I want to hunt you down and make you apologize publicly to everyone you’ve ever hung up on. Here’s what you should say: “I’m sorry. Wrong number.” Wait briefly to see if they respond, then you may hang up.FFS, If you must call someone between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m., double- and triple-check that you’re dialing the correct number. If you wake me up because you transposed numbers or whatnot, I will hunt you down. Don’t do it, trust me.Again, if you must call someone between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. don’t call unless you are certain that the person you’re calling is awake, or it’s a life-or-death emergency. If you wake me up because you’re lonely, I will hunt you down. Don’t mess with my sleep.If you put someone on speakerphone, tell them immediately and let them know if anyone else is nearby. I hate it when I find out I’ve been badmouthing someone on speakerphone and they’ve heard the whole thing. Jk, I don’t badmouth people to other people on the phone. I prefer to badmouth people directly and in person, so I can see the looks on their faces. ;-)Don’t call me. Just don’t. I’m an Aspie and I hate talking on the phone.That’s it for now. I reserve the right to update this list as people piss me off in ever-more creative ways.
Can I have your opinion on coffee shop etiquette?
I'm a college student, and I have just discovered that I do homework really well in coffee shops. I've selected my local shop, the Coffee Pod, to be my new study spot because it's closer to my house and school, it's much bigger than the Starbucks up the hill, and it does not attract as many hipsters or high schoolers. I've been doing some research on coffee shop etiquette, and I'm wondering if the following formula that I've come up with is adequate. I'm currently estimating that I will spend 15-18 hours a week studying here. 18 hrs / 3 hrs per drink (or snack) = 6 drinks per week. 6 drinks x 4 = 24 drinks per month 24 x ~$5 = $120 spent here per month. Given that (1) this place is definitely slow during the time frame that I plan to be here, (2) I usually won't be using an outlet while I'm here, (3) I tip $1+ when I order a drink, (4) I absolutely intend to increase my $ spent to time spent ratio, or spend less time, if the place is busy...does this plan seem fair to the shop? I have found statements from people that claim they buy something even hour, or every two, when they do their work in coffee shops, but I do have a student budget and this place does have a low daytime volume. What do you think? And let's be polite, too, guys. Thanks!
Etiquette when using a speaker phone?
Yesterday at work, a coworker put a caller on speaker phone so that the rest of us could hear their conversation. I expressed that it is rude to not let someone know that you've put them on the speaker phone. He did not agree. Any opinions out there?
Phone etiquette - who should hang up first?
It really doesn't matter, as long as, eventually BOTH parties hang up. Have a polite day.
What is email etiquette?
Email etiquette refers to the principles of behavior that one should use when writing or answering email messages. It is also known as the code of conduct for email communication. Email etiquette depends upon to whom we are writing- Friends & Relatives, Partners, Customers, Superior or Subordinates.We must follow email etiquette in our professional communication because it is a form of communication which is a reflection of senders and responders. Bad email etiquette reflects badly on us, and a record of this is kept in mailboxes over which we have no control. Good email etiquette reflects well on us, improves our public perception and persona and increases the chance of a prompt and comprehensive response. It’s not hard to maintain good email etiquette once we know what it is. A company needs to implement etiquette rules for the following three reasons:Professionalism: by using proper email language your company will convey a professional image.Efficiency: emails that get to the point are much more effective than poorly worded emails.Protection from liability: employee awareness of email risks will protect your company from costly law suits.Source: Linkedin
Phone etiquette: who should hang up first?
You, always you! It keeps them hanging. Wanting to know more. Wondering what kind of person you are. Especially if you try cutting off a good conversation because you have something to do, even if its a lie. They would call back!
What are the Top 10: Conversation Etiquette Mistakes?
-Not listening. -Not being tactful enough. (I wish more people would realize that just because there's freedom of speech doesn't mean that manners go out the window!) -Using their phone while someone is talking with them. -Interrupting while somebody else is speaking. -Speaking in a condescending/patronizing manner. -Blurting out opinions when it's not asked for, and acting as if their opinions are facts. -Changing the topic abruptly for selfish purposes even when it's obvious that the other person still wants to continue talking about that topic. -Bringing unnecessary negativity (gossip, slander, etc.) -Not letting the other person talk (telling them to shut up, filling the whole space with their own voice) -Asking nosy/rude questions "out of curiosity." oh and just an added bonus: covering insults with a "I'm just joking. You need to lighten up."
What is your opinion of the people who talk on their phones while sitting on the toilet in a public restroom?
It is extremely rude, but not as rude as it is to the person on the other end of the line. There is a time and place to use a cellphone, and this would not be one of them. In addition to the unmistakable echo, the reality of the situation is that there are unmistakable sounds that emanate from a restroom. It is beyond me what could be so important thst you would have to use a phone in such an environment, and disturb those around you as well.
How have manners and etiquette changed in the US?
I believe as Westerners, we have been overly influenced by the media, television and movies. We don't dress, or act the way we used to. So much respect for the country, men and women have been lost. Some issues I have with the change in manners include: 1) Men don't remove their hats when they enter a building 2) We don't honor our elderly anymore 3) "Good" teachers are not respected 4) People have lost the idea of appropriate dress for certain occasions 5) Eating habits have changed in public places and at home 6) Students show little respect to teachers, parents and other adults 7) Men don't open doors for women much anymore . There are many more examples where etiquette and manners have changed from the past to the present, but we'd be here for another hour for me to complete my list.