Topic: Etiquette, so simple but sometimes not practiced often. (Read 53 times)

Etiquette only means acceptable behaviours that distinguishes we human beings from animals. it involves formal manners and rules which are followed in social and professional setting.
Etiquette makes one a cultured individual who leaves his mark wherever he or she goes as it guides an individual who is considered responsible on how to behave in the society. Etiquette teaches us the way we should talk, address people, walk, eat and and most importantly how to behaviours wherever we find ourselves but most of us have abandoned and ignored the etiquette rules thinking it is not of benefit not knowing that it is very essential for an everlasting first impression.  some examples of etiquette are:
1. Saying thank you as a way showing your appreciation for a kind deed.
2. Offering compliments by being generous with your words of appreciation and praise when required.
3. Having Self-control by not being too loud, not boasting about the things you have or your accomplishments as arrogance is considered an undesirable trait.
4. Becoming a active listener and not interrupting anyone while speaking, as it is considered bad manners.
5. Paying attention to your words as they are considered a strong tool in building and destroying relationships and not complain or criticize or participate in gossip as it is disrespectful.
5. Being punctual at all occasions at all costs.
6. Maintaining eye contact during conversations as it establishes a level of trust and understanding.
7. Standing during an introduction as a form of acknowledgment.
8. Offering your seat an older adult or someone pregnant or in poor health.
9. Holding doors if you see someone struggling with the door.
10. Pay your share if you are going out in a group so that you will be invited again.
11. When you use the rest room make sure you leave it clean and tidy for the next person.
12. When speaking to someone on phone never put the person on long hold and make sure you greet the other person.
13. Maintain decorum while eating in public. Do not leave the table unless and until everyone has finished eating.

There are many more. Which one do u practice as human being who is different from animals.