What is Etiquette?
Etiquette is the system or framework agreed upon within a culture concerning the use of manners. Or in simpler words is defined as good behaviour or just how to be polite.
A human being is a social animal and it is really important for him to behave in an appropriate way. Etiquette refers to behaving in a socially responsible way. Etiquette also refers to guidelines which control the way a responsible individual should behave in the society. However, etiquette can also be used in a negative way as a means of excluding outsiders by marking them out as inferior and therefore embarrassing them.
Etiquette is the system or framework agreed upon within a culture concerning the use of manners. Or in simpler words is defined as good behaviour or just how to be polite.
A human being is a social animal and it is really important for him to behave in an appropriate way. Etiquette refers to behaving in a socially responsible way. Etiquette also refers to guidelines which control the way a responsible individual should behave in the society. However, etiquette can also be used in a negative way as a means of excluding outsiders by marking them out as inferior and therefore embarrassing them.
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Social Etiquette- Social etiquette is important for an individual as it teaches a person how to behave in the society. Saying please and thank you, saying good bye to everybody, using eye contact and shaking hands (if practical) are important in English speaking cultures. It’s never good to speak too loudly or too much without listening. And its never a good idea to walk to the front of a queue without waiting your turn.
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Driving Etiquette - In most countries it is normal to drive on the right hand side of the road but there are a significant number in which you must drive on the left. Apart from this big difference, the laws for driving are very similar in most countries. However, how drivers interpret these laws and how strictly they are enforced can vary enormously. |
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Bathroom Etiquette- Bathroom etiquette refers to the set of rules which an individual needs to follow while using public restrooms or office toilets. Make sure you leave the restroom clean and tidy for the other person |
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Work Etiquette- Meeting Etiquette refers to styles one need to adopt when he is attending any meeting, seminar, presentation and so on. Listen to what the other person has to say. Never enter meeting room without a notepad and pen. It is important to jot down important points for future reference. Be careful not to criticize too much – you may be criticizing your colleagues work without realizing (instead you can ask why something is done in a particular way). Never be late.
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Telephone Etiquette- It is essential to learn how one should interact with the other person over the phone. Telephone etiquette refers to the way an individual should speak on the phone. Never put the other person on long holds. Make sure you greet the other person. Take care of your pitch and tone. |
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Eating Etiquette- Individuals must follow certain decorum while eating in public. Don’t make noises while eating. You should not leave the table unless and until everyone has finished eating. Never speak when chewing your food or eat with your mouth open – nobody wants to see the food once it’s in your mouth! Be aware that in some cultures you should finish the food on your plate whilst in others you should leave a little to indicate you aren’t hungry anymore. |
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