We all know the feeling of only hearing one side of another person’s conversation in a public space. Or, even worse, when the phone is on speaker mode and the volume is turned up to the highest level. The truth is, rude cell phone users can be found anywhere there is a cell signal, and most people aren’t even aware of how annoying they are being. It could even be that person!
To help you remember your manners, check out this gallery for phone etiquette rules we should all follow.
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You use your cell phone, no one else does
It is not anyone else’s responsibility to take care of your cell phone usage. It’s your job to use your cell phone in a glitch-free manner.
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You use your cell phone, no one else does
That is, it’s less about what you think others should tolerate and more about what others find offensive. If you ignore this principle, you cross the line into rudeness.
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Put your cell phone away while eating
This cell phone etiquette should be normal, but it needs to be mentioned again and again. It’s important to be polite to your companion – a meal is often for conversation!
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Put your cell phone away while eating
If you are expecting an important call, let the other person know in advance. And even if you do, don’t have this conversation at the table. Apologize and keep it short.
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Avoid talking on the phone on public transport
People on public transport are often stressed, in a hurry or exhausted. The last thing they want is to have to listen to an incoherent conversation.
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Avoid talking on the phone on public transport
Be polite when you’re out and about and use your cell phone wisely.
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Turn off your phone
There are just certain places where cell phones should be absolutely forbidden. Turn your cell phone off or at least on silent when you are at the cinema or theater, but also in a church or temple.
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Turn off your phone
And remember: It’s not just the sound that’s annoying, but also the vibration or light from your display!
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End the conversation when paying for a purchase
Just because you don’t know the salesperson doesn’t mean you can continue chatting while they try to help you.
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End the conversation when paying for a purchase
Unless it’s an emergency, it’s rude to hang on the phone while someone is talking to you. Hang up and focus on the person in front of you!
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Speak quietly when speaking on the phone in public
In addition to not shouting, you should always lower your voice when speaking on the phone in public.
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Speak quietly when speaking on the phone in public
Put yourself in the shoes of the people around you. Would you want to hear their conversations?
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Never shout on the phone
In general, you don’t have to shout into the microphone for the person on the other end to hear you. If it’s too loud in the background, just call back later.
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Never shout on the phone
It also bothers the people around you. Nobody wants to know what you’re talking about, much less what you’re arguing about.
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Leave the speaker off
It’s enough for others to have to hear your part of the conversation, they definitely don’t want to hear the person you’re talking to as well.
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Leave the speaker off
If you are in a public place, make sure your cell phone is not on speaker. It is rude to the person you are talking to and everyone around you.
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Don’t play on your cell phone while driving
This should be obvious. You should not write messages or make phone calls while driving.
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Don’t play on your cell phone while driving
Not only are you breaking the law, you are also endangering yourself and others. If you absolutely have to use your cell phone, pull over to the right.
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Don’t answer the phone in the middle of a conversation
Phone calls can ruin any conversation and are bad for your interpersonal skills. Try not to look at your phone at all when you’re talking to someone face to face.
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Don’t answer the phone in the middle of a conversation
Imagine if someone did that to you. Doesn’t just the thought of it bother you? Then you probably shouldn’t do this to anyone else.
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Don’t write messages during meetings
There are just places where cell phones are not appropriate. Do you want your boss to see you writing messages on your cell phone and not even listening to him? This makes you both look bad.
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Don’t write messages during meetings
And if you’re the boss, you should also just put your phone on silent and concentrate on the meeting. It sets a very bad example for your employees.
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Don’t tell personal stories in public
Personal is just that: personal. If they really need to discuss intimate details, tell them you’ll call back later.
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Don’t tell personal stories in public
Go somewhere where you can talk in peace and some privacy or switch to text messaging. This is also more considerate for the people you are talking to.
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Avoid telephone conversations in the waiting room
Waiting rooms can be crowded and noisy, so they are not the best place for a telephone conversation.
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Avoid telephone conversations in the waiting room
If you need to answer the call, leave the area so as not to disturb others waiting.
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If someone asks you about it
If someone politely asks you to turn down the speaker or turn off the phone altogether, they probably have a good reason for doing so.
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If someone asks you about it
2023-09-15 22:32:45
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