Etiquette isn’t something that just evaporated from society over time. Even though we do much of our communicating online, it’s still necessary to practice good manners when attending parties or having in-person chats.
It may sound old-fashioned, but you still need to know your manners out of respect for the people around you. If you’re a little rusty on proper etiquette (like most of us are), here’s a little refresher. You probably didn’t know that you were breaking these essential etiquette rules!
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1. You Avoid Eye Contact While Talking -
When you chat with others, do you find your eyes wandering? You look at what’s going on in the background, rather than looking at your conversation partner’s face.
Even if you’re actually listening to what they have to say, not making eye contact gives off the impression that you’re not. You don’t need to stare into the person’s eyes creepily—intermittent glances make for a more comfortable conversation.
2. Failing to RSVP -
When you are invited to any event – whether it’s a dinner party or wedding- let the host know whether or not you’ll be there as soon as possible. Failing to RSVP can hamper the plans of the person who must organize the guest list, food, and space. If you send regrets and later discover that you are able to make it, call the host and ask if there it isn’t too late. Be understanding if the host has already filled your position.
3. Being Generally Rude -
Everyone has their bad days, but it’s important to recognize if you’re constantly belittling others, getting angry and talking short with people. Treat others the way you want to be treated. That means you should greet others with a smile, be thankful when others help you out and have a positive attitude on life. If you need help, there are a lot of tips and tricks for being a kinder person.
4. Having Bad Table Manners -
When dining with others, take your time to observe proper table manners. If you are unclear about which utensil to use, learn before you go. Don’t be in a rush while eating, or you may wind up having accidents that could have easily been avoided. After you finish eating, wait for the others. It is rude to leave the table while others are still eating.
5. You Don’t Help Clean Up After Dinner -
When someone else cooks for you, it’s only polite to help clean the table and put away the dishes. Not offering your help makes you look like you’re treating the host as a chef and a maid. The host might not want your help cleaning up, but the least you can do is offer.
6. You Leave Your Napkin on the Table -
Have you seen those cloth napkins at restaurants wrapped around silverware? Well, they’re not just some fancy silverware holder. The proper etiquette is to unfold the napkin and place it on your lap before eating.
7. You Don’t Introduce Guests -
Whenever you bring a guest to a social outing, always introduce them, even if some partygoers already know them. Failing to introduce your guest not only makes your guest feel awkward, but it makes the other partygoers view your guest as someone they shouldn’t get to know. Think about it this way—if you were in your guest’s shoes, wouldn’t you want to get an introduction?
8. You Don’t Believe In Coasters -
You might not use coasters in your own home, but that doesn’t mean other people don’t use them either. If you’re at someone’s home and you notice that they have a stack of coasters on the table, take one and place your drink on top of it. And if you don’t see coasters, that isn’t a freebie not to use one—always ask before putting your drink down. Otherwise, your drink could stain or burn the surface of your host’s nice table.
9. Cursing -
You may feel the need to add a little color to your sentences from time to time, especially when in a frustrating or infuriating situation. But the most polite people know to watch their mouths, especially when in the workplace. Cursing or even using a particularly harsh or brash tone is one of the worst office etiquette mistakes you can make.
If you’ve made any of the above etiquette mistakes, don’t fret. We’re all guilty of at least one of these social blunders. As long as you’re aware of your mistakes and work to improve them, you can become a politer and more respectable person
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