Etiquette

Do You Observe Interview Etiquette?

August 5th, 2009

If you want to get your dream job, you should act now. What more can you do other than

prepare yourself for the upcoming interview? Whenever a prospect employer invites you to

come over for an evaluation, it is best to observe the proper interview etiquette.
 
What should you do? How should you act before the interviewer? Remember that the first

impression that you will make is very essential. He or she is likely to base the evaluation

on how you behave during the first interview.
 
For some guidance, read some tips below on how you should behave during your interview.
 
Do a thorough research. When you have been contacted for an interview, it is a must that you

take time to research about the company and its nature of business, the staff members if

possible, and the role that you have to portray should you get hired for the position.
 
Be conscious of the time. Usually an email is sent to you or you are reached through phone.

Pay particular attention to the time of the interview. Be sure to arrive at least 30 minutes

ahead of the schedule. This will provide you with ample time to freshen up and get settled.

You are likely to look haggard and too tired when you rush to get there on time. Never be

late for the appointment or else that will create a bad impression about you.
 
Focus on the image that you are to present. Apart from wearing the appropriate business

attire for your interview, it matters that you remove any facial or ear piercings. If you

are a woman, it is acceptable to have only the normal piercings in your ears. Cover your

tattoos if you have any. Other employers are very conservative or traditional so they might

be overwhelmed if you arrive at the venue with all your spiky hair or metallic belts. You

must also appear well-groomed.

Be respectful at all times. Flash your smile as soon as you enter the office premises. You

must be polite as you ask for directions. Show your respect to all people you see because

you never know the one who will hire or fire you is. Even those of the lowest rank may be

asked to give their opinion on whether to hire you or not.
 
Be prepared to answer the questions. As mentioned above, you should research about the

company and its nature of business. Also, anticipate the possible questions which may be

asked. The common questions are: “Why should we hire you?” “How did you know of this

company?” “What do you know about what we do?” “What are your qualifications?” and many

others.
 
Turn off that phone. The cellular phones should never be used during an interview. It will

be very rude to even touch it or take a call. You may also prefer to switch it into silent

mode.
 
Show your gratitude. After the interview, be sure to flash a smile and shake hands with the

interviewer. It will show your appreciation that you have been granted an interview among

the other applicants.
 
These are among the vital interview etiquette guidelines that you must observe. As you know,

you have to go through series of interviews before you finally get the job you dream of.

Hence, it matters that you always put your best foot forward.

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Cell Phone Etiquette Tips

August 2nd, 2009

Cell phones are one of the great wonders ever made to mankind. The gadget has given lots of

advantages to people especially to those who are always on the go. It has made families,

friends, and associates to connect with each other instantly, conveniently, and

cost-effectively. In general, cell phones have become every individual’s best friend

especially in times when they immediately need someone, even from across the world.

But proper cell phone etiquette has always been a concern, especially now when practically

millions own cell phones. It has caused growing issue over what proper way to use it without

being inconsiderate to others. It is alright if you bring with you your cell phone wherever

you are, in the business environment, business meeting, in social gatherings, and in other

public places. However, if it is already causing a hassle to other people, it is a different

story.

In a Movie Theater or Concert Hall

If you are in a movie theater or in a concert hall, remember that everyone goes there to

watch and enjoy the movie. But if your phone is suddenly ringing in loud volume, you are

disturbing other people, and defeating their purpose to enjoy. If you take the call and talk

loudly while the movie is on, it even can get them even more annoyed. To avoid a scenario,

turn your phone into silent mode so that when someone is calling it does not disturb others.

If you think the call must be answered, be nice and go out the movie house and then take it.

 

In a Restaurant

It is the same when you are in a fine dining restaurant where every body is enjoying a quiet

moment with their respective partners or companions. It can be easily ruined when a cell

phone is ringing loudly or you are talking on the phone loudly that the person next on the

table practically hears the conversation. If you can’t move up from your table, at least

tone down your voice, so you are not causing a distraction to the people on the other

tables.

In the Church

The church is a place where everybody visits to solemnly spend a time to pray, meditate, and

attend a mass or any religious gathering. It is surely infuriating if there is a cell phone

causing the noise. It is not okay to turn the phones on when inside the church. So before

you go in, be sure to check the gadget and turn it off or in silent mode.
 
In a meeting
 
It is extremely unethical to take calls from cell phones while in a meeting. You just don’t

distract other people who are serious in attending the meeting but it disrupts the flow of

whatever is in progress inside. It is best to leave the phones in silent mode and inside the

bag to avoid the unpleasant scenario.

In some locations, particularly in private and even public buildings, wireless phones are

not allowed and are indicated from the signs suggesting people to turn the phones off.

If it is important that you leave your phone on and being in silent mode is not an option,

you can at least set it in vibrate mode. However, when taking calls, be as ethical as

possible by doing it discreetly in the sense that you are not causing any disturbances to

anybody.

Also, leave your voice mail on. Tell your friends and family to leave message when you are

unavailable to take the calls.

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What Wedding Invitation Etiquette Rules To Inscribe

July 30th, 2009

Wedding preparations are always an expensive adventure that is why it is normal for the

people to put lesser importance to other aspects of the entire preparation. The stationary

details are often the ones that fall into this group. Thank you note cards, service orders,

and wedding invitation cards are typically the examples that people elect not to give too

much attention to make them exceptionally presentable.

While it isn’t a requirement to make grand wedding invitations and other stationary details,

you wouldn’t want to send them out in a diminished quality state.  After all, wedding

invitations are the first thing people see first about the entire wedding celebration. The

invitation cards allow your guests to take a look and expect at what your wedding ceremony

would be all about during the big day.

The wedding invitation cards contain key features and information about your wedding. So,

while you don’t need to spend huge money, some guidelines must be followed in order to

create invitations with style and quality.

Here they are:

Proper Wordings

The words that you provide in the wedding invitation are the information that the guests

will use when they attend the ceremony. The most important details such as the what, why,

when, and where questions of the ceremony must be provided clearly.

Specifically, the names of the couple and the entourage, names of the hosts, the venue, date

and time are the details that the receiver of the invitation card will use in order to

attend the ceremony. There isn’t any standard how all this information is arranged inside as

long as it is clear and correct.

Rule of Numbers

When it comes to wedding invitation, numbers play an important role here. Before ordering

invitation cards, you should know exactly how many guests you are inviting. The general

etiquette when to send out invitations is 6 weeks to 12 months prior the wedding ceremony.

And this is assuming the guests are in town.

If the guests come from out of town places, you need to allot more time for them to receive

the invitation along with arrangements of their arrival. In the issue of who to be invited

to the reception, be sure that a separate card containing the reception particulars is

inserted in the invitation. Of course, you don’t have to do this if everyone who is

receiving the invitation is going to be invited to the wedding reception. 

As a general rule, there should be extra wedding invitations. There are at least 25 extra

invitation cards ordered.

The Style

Though a wedding invitation is designed to provide the information of the ceremony and other

details of the wedding, they should come with style. Again, you don’t have to be extravagant

with your invitation cards especially if you are keeping with your budget; however, you can

make them stylish by being creative and adding more flair them. For example, the color of

the cards must match the motif of the wedding. Or you can put little accessories to and

sprinkle with aromas.

Conclusion

Wedding invitations need not be extravagant but remember that they must be presentable too.

Being the first detail that the guests come in contact with, invitations do give the tone of

the wedding and in most cases impress the people and make them looking forward to attend the

celebration.

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The Importance Of Teaching Proper Child Etiquette

July 27th, 2009

Teaching proper child etiquette is not that hard. Parents should teach their children the

right manners through setting good examples. As always, children learn things through

imitation. They copy whatever it is that they see from their parents. If the parents often

shout at each other, the child grows to be aggressive. However, if both parents instill good

values in the child, he or she is likely to grow tamed.

Why is it necessary to teach your child the proper etiquette?

The way the child acts is a reflection of how his parents have reared him to be. His own

actions show the kind of environment that he has at home. No parent wants to be branded as

irresponsible, right? Hence, you should teach your child the right manners as early as

possible.

More so, your child is never going to be confined at home for the rest of his life. He will

meet people, talk to people, and socialize with different individuals. You don’t want to

hear others giving negative comments about your child’s behavior so it is best to mold his

own character at such a tender age.

Why should a child be taught the proper etiquette while he is still young?

As it is often said, fresh meat is often soft. At the same time, it is during a child’s

young age that his character is yet forming. A child is like a sponge that absorbs things

easily. Therefore, it is during the formative stage that the child is able to recognize

those which are right or wrong. Whatever values have been instilled in him while he is young

are the ones that he will carry as he grows older.

How should the child be taught?
Parents should lead the formation of a child’s character. This can be done by setting good

examples. Say for example, the proper table etiquette is practiced at home. The child will

see why being organized and disciplined during mealtime is important and he will follow what

his parents do.

What are the basic etiquette guidelines that children must be taught with?

As young as three years old, kids can be taught to speak using soft voices, not to talk with

their mouth full, never to shout at someone, and to use respectful words when asking for any

food or drink.

Encourage them to do little things that they can. Even with nannies around, teach your

children to get their own toys, their own towel, and the likes.

Teach them the value of respecting the elders. They should know that they should never treat

the elders as if they are of the same age with them.

Show them the right way of using the toilet. Teach them how to sit on the toilet bowl and

how to flush it. Let them learn the right way of conserving water too.

Encourage them to help set the table. Introduce how each utensil is used. Tell them why the

napkin is important.

Show them the proper way of chewing and swallowing the food.

After every meal, encourage them to thank the person who prepared the meal for the day. 

Teach them how to excuse themselves from the table when they are already done eating.

They should also be persuaded to take their own glass, plate, and utensils to the sink

without breaking anything.

Learning child etiquette is as important as learning the alphabet. It is the skill that your

children will use wherever they go and whatever they do. As parents, there is nothing to

lose on your part so teach them now!

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Telephone Etiquette: Train Your Employees

July 24th, 2009

Every time you answer the telephone in your business office, there is always a chance that

you either make or break any customer relationship you have with the person on the other

line. The way that you talk or address them on the line significantly plays a role in any

outcome, whether good or bad, from the conversation.

Whoever answers the business telephone, every word and gesture provided validates the image

of your company. And regardless of business type you have, it is therefore important that

everybody in your office knows the basic phone etiquette tips, or else lose those important

clients. 

To avoid that, be sure to train them of the following:

Using the Phone Properly

Whenever there is a new member in your business team, don’t always let them handle the

phones without properly training them. If you cannot do it, let other experienced employees

teach them the proper etiquette when answering calls. Even if the new employee has worked in

an office where they frequently handle the telephones, it is vital that you introduce your

own etiquette tips as your system may work differently or that your telephone has different

functions and works differently from the phones they previously had worked with.

Before you let them handle the telephones, it is best that they are totally aware of the

kind of business you have so that they will know how to address the person calling or

transfer them to other lines. Training new employees may cost you more paid office hours;

however, remember that in the long run it is you who will be benefiting from this simple

task.

Promptly Answering the Calls

It is not a good practice to keep the telephone ringing for long. It will make the person on

the line wondering if they have dialed wrongly and thus may make them hang up the phone to

check. If the phone rings, don’t wait until the fifth ring to answer. The sooner it is

handled, the better. Remember that you can lose customers that quickly if they keep

wondering whether there is anyone available to pick the phone up.

Greeting Callers Professionally

It is a good practice to greet nicely and professionally the caller first before anything

else. If the employee has trouble greeting the customers on the line properly, you can make

a script and place it near the equipment. It will help eliminate any possibilities of

improper greetings. Also, it ensures uniformity on how the company is initially handling

calls.

Smiling While on the Telephone

They never see it, but they always sense when a smile is on the face of the person talking

on the phone with the customers. You might not know it, but human voices turn pleasant as

the person who is speaking is also smiling. Be sure to let your employees use this practice

when they answer the telephones. Apply it to yourself as well and you will find how

effective this tip is.

These telephone etiquette tips are simple matters but they can provide significant impact to

the welfare of your business. If these are regularly practiced, you will see a positive

impact and discover that no business has ever gone down due to proper telephone etiquette

and usage.

On the other hand, any business company will easily be in trouble once these etiquette

practices are neglected by the employees even with as simply as missing out to greet

properly the customers.

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Social Networking Etiquette: Does It Exist?

July 21st, 2009

With the ongoing worldwide popularity of social online networks, everybody seems to enjoy

it. But the problem is there are more and more members who tend to forget the right manners

and proper etiquette. The most common unethical issue involving social online networks is

people adding members even though they completely don’t know who they were.

It is just like going over to a business conference and handing out a card to someone and

saying he/she is now your friend and expects their call, email, and all other communication

kinds. If that happens to you, you know it is going to be extremely annoying especially that

you don’t know that person was. So how do you handle this one out?

Social networking sites are just like networking in real life. Most rational people wouldn’t

try walking up to someone by standing and handing out their card and claiming he/she should

keep contacts. The sensible thing to do when you are interested over a stranger is to try to

strike up a conversation and find something that you both have in common so that the

conversation lasts longer and eventually you can encourage that person to exchange contacts.

Unfortunately, that unethical practice happens all the time in virtually all social online

networks. A lot of people are sending out invitations to others and asking them to be in

their network even though were completely strangers. And to further violate the etiquette

rule, they never introduce themselves and just completely leave them after accepting the

invitation.

If you are a member of one or more social network sites, be sure to learn the following

proper etiquette rules so you don’t annoy other members.

Quality over Quantity

Most people like to race with other people by making sure invitations are sent out to almost

everybody so their network eventually grows larger. But social networks are about building

network of friends – not a race of having many stranger friends. Quality network means

having people in your network that you can talk and relate to anytime you want it. It is

about connecting family and friends and other relevant people. Quality is because, the more

connected they feel with you the more that they read your messages and see your information

from time to time and willingly pass it to other colleagues too.

Add People You Need

Be sure to have a reason why you want that person added to your network. On the other side,

check the person’s information before accepting their invitation to become one in their

network. Be sure you had checked out their profile to see if the person is whom you would

not mind your friends seeing in your group. You may seem snob, but it is plain common sense

that you don’t want them to be in your network if they are causing any amount of discomfort

to you or anybody in the group.

Proper Invitation

If you are sending out an invitation, be sure to point some references that will allow the

person to recognize you. Inviting people for the sheer reason of getting in the number’s

game may easily make you forget them after just a day or two, which is never good to other

party.

Develop Profile

If you joined any social networking site, be sure to have at least enough data that put

value to your profile. A picture, a few background information, and some likes and hobbies

will best serve the purpose of keeping other people interested in going over your account.

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Modern Wedding Etiquette Tips To Remember

July 18th, 2009

In order to have the most well-mannered wedding, you have to know the etiquettes on the most

important details such as what wedding gown to wear, wedding shoes to have, who to be

invited, what inappropriate gifts to give, and how to announce the wedding. These are

details that need attention and if these are done in the right manners, everything will flow

out so smoothly and elegant that everybody will have a nice time celebrating the event.

Below are some tips to bring those proper etiquettes to modern weddings.

What Wedding Gown and Shoes to Wear

It is lucky for the brides that unlike the old days, modern wedding dresses are somewhat

more flexible. In exchange of the old, traditional white, beige, or cream wedding gowns,

they can opt for pastel colors and even strong ones. The only thing not to forget is to

ensure your color choice compliments the theme of the wedding.

For example, if the wedding is to be held in a beach, turquoise wedding gown would be an

appropriate choice. Also, the bride can opt for a color that she is comfortable wearing

because it compliments her skin tone or a styled dress that accentuates her curves; thus,

making her look more beautiful.

It is the same with wedding shoes. Modern brides no longer need to stick to the traditional

white color shoes to match white wedding gown. They can go with a slightly different yet

coordinated color such as beige, ivory, or crème. Even red shoes are welcome just as long as

it compliments the gown.

Shoes that are open toed or with ankle straps are also perfect choice nowadays. Etiquette

says that the kind must be chosen because of style and comfort. Simple ones and less

ornamented wedding shoes are best options.

When Do You Announce the Engagement?

Modern etiquette calls for the wedding engagement to be announced in a simple way like doing

it over dinner with family and friends. In case there more budget is available, the couple’s

family can host an engagement party or ball where the announcement can be made. It can be

done as well by printing in newspapers.

For the second-time wedding couple, it is a proper practice to let their kids informed

before making the announcement to the public. After the kids, etiquette says that it be

discussed with respective parents before the ex-spouses. However, it is not a violation if

the bride opts not to tell her ex-spouse especially if there is no joint custody for their

children.

Inappropriate Wedding gifts and Registry

Although, it has been becoming a trend, it is an ill-option to present wedding gift in cash.

As old fashioned as it is, it is always best to deliver wedding gifts it in kinds, not in

cash. In fact, proper etiquette considers cash as the greatest error ever made in the

wedding history.

Needless to say, it is not good for the couple to hand out envelopes asking cash gifts

together with the wedding invitation cards. Obviously, it makes the bride and the groom

appear too materialistic. Also, it is not appropriate to include wedding registry though

online registry can do.

Who You Need To Invite

In general, the groom and the bride have the final say as to who should be invited or who

should not be present in the celebration. The parents of the couple can give their say,

especially if they are the one hosting the wedding; however, they do not have to invite

people whom the couple does not want invited.

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Learn These Golf Etiquette Tips Before Teeing It Off!

July 15th, 2009

When playing golf, you just don’t go to the club dressed in whatever clothing you like, play

the golf with your friends, and go home whenever you want. It is more than that. In fact,

there are many rules that you want to abide with if you don’t want to be denied entry into

the club. You have to bring the proper golf etiquette not only for you to be allowed entry

but for you to fit properly in the surroundings.

It is embarrassing to show up at the golf club and denied entry, so be sure to keep the

following issues in mind the next time you want to join them.

Golf Apparel

When golf is mentioned, the image conjured of the player is donned in collared shirts,

sweater vests, long, plaid pants, golf shoes and other stereotypical golfing apparel.

Obviously, the clothing apparel for the golfers is always given emphasis. Over the years,

there has been changing and golf clothing apparel of before may not be the ones that golfers

of today must follow.

Nevertheless, whether the golf club is prestigious or not, it is expected for you to come

with the proper golf apparel and must always be practiced whenever playing. Most clubs

implement a proper dress code. And failure to comply may be denied entry. So, check with

them before coming in.

Come Ahead of Playing Time

If you come five minutes early, you are already considered late. This is because with

playing golf, the player must follow the proper etiquette of showing up earlier than the

scheduled tee time. This means that before the golf game starts, everything else is already

prepared.

Remember that preparing means parking your own car, warming up, practicing, buying balls,

changing clothes, and picking up your cart. And this is not to mention talking with other

associates.

Being early enough to prepare all these things is therefore not only good etiquette practice

but a convenience on your part. It is also being considerate to your other comrades or

co-golfers.

No Cell Phones Allowed

Ringing cell phones on the golf course is not only a big turn-off but a hassle to other

players. If you have your cell phone with you, it has to be left first in your locker or in

your car. If it is important that you bring it with you while playing, you must at least

turn it off.

Remember that while on the golf course, everyone wants to play seriously. Others want to

ready their tee off first while some are doing their thing of getting the best tee score

off. The bottom line is every one needs their own concentration. So, disturbing them with

your cell phone ringing is offensive and unethical.

If you still want to be accepted in the golf club you are playing in, turn that phone off,

or better yet, don’t bring it with you on the course.

Quiet Conventions

What makes golfing more unique than others is the courtesy of being quiet while on the

course. This aspect is more based on the necessity of the game’s nature. When you want to

hit a small ball with your long pole, it is not going to work if you lack the concentration.

So, it would be awfully offensive when you are being pretty noisy while your comrade is

hitting the hole. Even if you are golfing with family or friends, you need to remember the

fundamental golf etiquette rules of keeping away from the line of vision of the player and

being quiet.

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How A Good Business Dining Etiquette Can Help You Win Clients

July 12th, 2009

Are you about to attend a business dinner but don’t you know well which dishes are

appropriate? Are you worried that your client might get turned off? Dining with a client

normally happens if you work in the corporate world. Gone were the days when business

dealings were typically conducted inside the office premises.

Dining out to meet a client is but normal in today’s society. More so, it is likely to

happen in whatever field of business you find yourself in. To ensure that you know of the

proper diplomacy and grace, it is best to handle these situations with all the proper

business dining etiquette. If you know your manners, you increase your chances of

maneuvering successful business meetings.

Don’t be led away from the real purpose on why you are at the table. You are there to

discuss business matters only that you also have to make use of the tableware. Therefore,

you have two goals—to focus on what your client needs and wants and to behave yourself

accordingly as you deal with the food. You might never know it but the way that you handle

the tableware can influence the reaction of your customer towards your business proposal.

Here is what you should do for a successful business meal and an impressed client.

Determine the venue depending on the type of customer that you have, the restaurant’s

accessibility, and your client’s availability as well.

Take note of the restaurant’s parking space, noise level, and your client’s dietary

preference.

Plan your meal ahead of time. Be sure that your preferred dishes are not potentially messy

to consume.

Being the host, you should arrive at least 30 minutes early. Check the table arrangement,

the menu, and the payment of the bill. You are the one who is expected to pay the bill if

you invited your client.

Don’t eat bread or anything unless your guest has arrived. The table should be as pristine

as ever.

Ask your guests to order first not unless you have ordered the entire meal beforehand. When

your guest prefers appetizers, order yours too.

If you are not hungry, order something light. Don’t let your guest eat alone.

Avoid ordering any exotic food. Prefer those that are familiar and easy to eat using fork

and knife.

Eat only when everyone has been served. If the food of your client has been served earlier,

encourage him to start with his meal before it gets cold.

Chew your food gently and silently.

Don’t slurp.

Don’t stab or saw your food.

Put bite-size food into your mouth. In times like these, it is expected that you will talk

once in a while so never put too much food into your mouth.

Turn off your phone. Don’t accept any calls when you face your client.

Keep the unnecessary documents, keys, cellular phones, and the likes off the table.

Start with the business discussion after the meal. This time you may take out the papers

that you need.

Proper business dining etiquette leads to more business. It is by dining with your clients

that you open the portal to connect with them away from the usual hassles that the office

atmosphere provides. When you behave yourself well, clients are sure to get impressed!

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Global Dining Etiquette

July 9th, 2009

For us conventional Westerners, there are certain rules on dining that must be observed at

all times. It is, for example, polite to wait for the hostess to serve you first rather than

you serving your own plate before everyone else. It is also polite to position your

silverware at 4:00 once you’re done with your meal. Furthermore, it is polite not to make

unnecessary noise when eating. However, things are a bit different with other cultures.

Check out the differences below:

China
In China, it is polite not to finish a meal, regardless if it’s rice, noodle or other

Chinese cuisines. It is because when you leave nothing on your plate or bowl, you are

sending them the signal that you want more and the hostess has not served you enough.

Japan
The case is different if you are in Japan. If you eat there, it is in your best interest to

finish everything in your plate. The bonus? You get to have another serving. But what if you

don’t like the food? You finish the plate anyway. Otherwise, you would be considered

impolite.

Iran
Spoons and forks are not as popular in Iran as they are here in the Western world. So even

if you don’t feel comfortable using your hands on your food, you should respect the custom

and chow with it. So the next time you go there and you are expecting to eat with other

people, try to wash your hands in advance. You will be thankful that you did.

Spain
While it is impolite to leave a messy table in most parts of the world, not to mention a

cluttered floor once you’re done eating, it is somewhat expected of you in Spain. In Spain,

especially in snack bars, you can throw your mess (used napkins, bread crumbs, food

wrappings, etc.) on the floor. This is because they sweep the debris after you or before

they close their shops and it is just expected that you leave something behind. Otherwise,

you did not eat anything in the bar.

England
We Americans are fond of diving into our foods using our fingers, especially fried treats.

But English people have a slightly different opinion about that. For them, it is necessary

ONLY when there are no utensils around.

France
Should you or should you not ask a French chef extra ketchup? No, a big no. When in France,

you MUST NEVER ask a chef to give you more ketchup, this is insulting and totally

unacceptable.

Germany
If you find yourself in a high-class German restaurant and you ordered something that has

chunks of potato in it, what is the proper way of slicing the potato into convenient pieces?

The answer: with your fork. Knives are too smooth, they spoil the texture of the potatoes.

Australia
We all know that in some cultures, it is rude to stare direct to the eyes. However in

Australia, it is rude to miss the eyes of the person you are clinking a toast with. Not

looking a person in the eyes signifies that you don’t acknowledge the person’s presence.

Canada
You would usually get stares when you burp vigorously after a meal in most parts of the

world but the Inuit people of Canada think otherwise. For them, it is a sign of gratitude

for the meal.

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