10 Etiquette Rules For Every Day Everyone Should Know | Jamila Musayeva

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Etiquette Rules Everyone Must Know | Whether you are preparing for a business meeting, an interview or a networking event, here are the 10 etiquette rules you should know.

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🌸 10 Etiquette Rules 🌸

1. When addressing someone for the first time, always use their full name.

2. Let the woman to extend her hand for handshake first.

3. Prior to making a phone call, text or message to set the time for the call.

4. If you are at someone’s office, wait for them to invite you to get seated.

5. When introducing men and women, make sure to introduce the man to the woman.

6. When you walk into the room, greet people.

7. Be on time. 15 minutes is the time limit within which being late is considered appropriate.

8. Stand on the right side and walk on the left side: be it the stairs or elevators.

9. Hold the door for the person behind you.

10. Say “thank you”. Distinguish between “I am sorry” and “excuse me”.

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Etiquette rules vary across cultures and contexts, but there are some fundamental guidelines that can help individuals navigate social situations with grace and respect. Here are some general etiquette rules that many people find helpful:

1. **Respect Personal Space:** Maintain an appropriate physical distance when interacting with others. In most cultures, a comfortable distance is around arm's length.

2. **Greeting:** When meeting someone, offer a friendly greeting, such as a handshake, a nod, or a smile. Use appropriate titles and names unless you're given permission to use a more informal form of address.

3. **Punctuality:** Be on time for appointments, meetings, and events. Being consistently late can be seen as disrespectful of others' time.

4. **Dress Appropriately:** Dress in a manner that is suitable for the occasion. When in doubt, it's usually better to be slightly overdressed than underdressed.

5. **Table Manners:** When dining, follow basic table manners, like chewing with your mouth closed, not talking with food in your mouth, and using utensils properly. Wait for everyone to be served before beginning to eat.

6. **Listening Skills:** Practice active listening when engaged in conversation. This means giving the speaker your full attention, not interrupting, and showing interest in what they're saying.

7. **Cell Phone Usage:** In social settings or during meetings, avoid using your cell phone unless it's necessary. If you need to take a call, excuse yourself politely.

8. **Thank You Notes:** Sending thank-you notes or messages after receiving gifts, attending events, or being helped by someone is a thoughtful way to express gratitude.

9. **Respecting Elders and Authority:** Show respect to elders, authority figures, and those in positions of responsibility. Use appropriate titles and show deference when appropriate.

10. **Apologizing and Forgiving:** If you make a mistake, apologize sincerely. If someone apologizes to you, be willing to forgive and move on.

11. **Hold Doors:** When entering or leaving a building, hold the door open for others if they're right behind you.

12. **Cultural Sensitivity:** Be aware of and respectful towards cultural differences. Avoid making insensitive comments or assumptions about someone's background.

13. **Eye Contact:** Maintain appropriate eye contact during conversations. It shows interest and engagement, but excessive staring can be uncomfortable.

14. **Interrupting:** Avoid interrupting people while they're speaking. Wait for a natural pause in the conversation to contribute your thoughts.

15. **Public Spaces:** Be mindful of your surroundings in public spaces. Keep noise levels down in quiet places and be considerate of others using shared facilities.

16. **Saying "Please" and "Thank You":** Use polite language like "please" when making requests and "thank you" to express gratitude.

17. **Respecting Privacy:** Respect others' privacy, whether it's refraining from prying into personal matters or not sharing someone's private information without permission.

18. **Hand Hygiene:** Practice good hand hygiene, especially before and after meals and after using the restroom. This is especially important in preventing the spread of illnesses.

19. **Gift Giving:** When giving gifts, consider the recipient's preferences and cultural norms. It's the thought that counts, so choose something meaningful and appropriate.

20. **Exiting Conversations:** If you need to leave a conversation or a social event, do so politely by excusing yourself and offering a reason if necessary.

Remember that etiquette is all about treating others with kindness, respect, and consideration. Adapting these guidelines to specific situations and cultures will help you navigate social interactions effectively.

[yousra]

I would like to add to the door holding to thank people who hold the door for you. I’ve had many situations where people would simply look at me or barely acknowledge me when I held the door for them!

[beautyamongashes]

I think “excuse me” after you step on someone’s toes would sound super rude. Maybe it’s living so close to Canada but “I’m so sorry” would definitely be appropriate here.

[Stormwinddragon]

I would like to add a full greeting to people like cashiers or bakers and wish them a nice day after you receive everything. I often see people only asking for goods without saying "hello", "thank you" or "have a nice day".

[gdretired]

Thank you for these etiquette rules that used to be common sense when I was a child (I am 62 now). I thought I was the only person who says “excuse me”.

[MA-ojls]

One thing I picked up from your older videos that I really liked on the point of "I'm sorry" was reframing it (esp as women who may sometimes have a habit of overapologizing) and saying "Thank you for waiting for me, " so it's less blameworthy and more appreciative. I feel more confident having implemented this and I have noticed people on the receiving end are also more receptive to this appreciative tone in how the react/interact with me. Wonderful video as always! Thanks a million <3

[katesullivan]

Hi Jamila! Thank you so much! One video suggestion I have is airplane travel etiquette. I find it difficult to navigate flying/traveling gracefully.

[ditarezkiautami]

Glad you include #3
I always considered sudden calls from non-family and non-friends as rude. I thought it would be more polite if you texted or sent email beforehand. Then when it is done, and let's say they don't reply back after a few days let's say, if it is such an urgent matter, then you can call and explain that you've texted/E-mailed them before but they didn't reply. Then stated the urgent matter.

[cc]

In certain countries, normally those with right-hand-drive vehicles, the norm is to stand on the left hand side of the escalator, and walk on the right hand side. The opposite 😊

[gabrielamacedo]

Thank you for the video! All rules are truly helpful but I have to give extra attention to rule #9: regardless of gender hold the door for the person behind you! I can't count how many times people just left the door to shut on my face and it's really rude and infuriating, the worst part is that I have never done that to anyone! Please, just hold the door!

[Cristina.Antoniuc]

I love the aesthetics and editing of this video so much. It’s super relaxing to watch ❤

[marieamore]

Hello Jamila, you are so elegant and my mentor. Thank you for your lessons. I love you!

[chrissiec]

Etiquette rule numbers 8 and 9 really resonated with me. As a New Yorker who uses the subway/metro in her daily life, it irks me when you have that one person that decides to stand on the left, or they take up too much space by not standing to the right enough, or they don’t switch back to the right (if they get a chance) as they walk so that people who walk faster than them can pass. Also, it happens often to me where the person in front of me does not look behind them to see if there’s anyone, so they just end up closing the door on me instead of holding it open. Thank you for this video, Jamila. Hopefully many people will watch it and apply these rules to their daily lives.

[Rosula_D]

You always look good, but you look particularly beautiful in this video. I think the colour beige really suits you 👌

[adalineblythe]

I am trying to become more feminine and improve my manners. I’d love to see a video on how to walk and how to “hold” one’s self. Another thing I don’t see much about is voice control. It doesn’t come naturally to me as I was raised in a “rowdy” home with 5 brothers. I love them but sometimes I wish it would have been genteel.

[andrea.szerdahelyi]

Thank you for this educational video Jamila!
Here is my video idea: Practical parenting tips. I know you've done a parenting video in the past but I would love to hear more about it, like -how do your kids learn foreign languages? Do they go to a class or do they learn from you? Is it possible to teach them etiquette at a young age, are they interested in that?
I feel like kids nowadays lack basic manners, like greeting others, saying please or thank you. I would love to teach my children well when the time comes and your tips would help a lot. Hopefully there are a lot of viewers who would love to hear your tips as well. :)

[amyethridge]

So helpful! These are exactly the kinds of things that would just help life run more smoothly. 😊

[jala]

I have some degree of social anxiety and this sort of feels like a "cheat sheet" and something I can count on to ease day to day social interactions with people. Very helpful. :)

[ckcdf]

Really enjoyed this video! Especially appreciate the note about escalators. It drives me crazy when people stand in the center!