Category Archives: Cell Phone Etiquette

What Can Happen When Cell Phone Etiquette Runs Amuck

I spend a great deal of time informing you of proper etiquette rules.   Occasionally, I point out why these rules are necessary.  Rarely, do I hypothesize about what could happen if etiquette is not followed. Today I would like to … Continue reading

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He Ordered a Pizza During the Funeral!

In previous posts, I have emphasized the importance of turning cell phones off so they don’t ring during a funeral.  I did not, however, discuss the inappropriateness of placing a call on a cell phone during a funeral.  I didn’t … Continue reading

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No Cell Phones in the Restroom

Restrooms are not appropriate places for cell phone conversations.  The last time I checked, the bathroom stall did not replace the phone booth.  Is there no modesty anywhere, any more? I don’t want to hear your phone conversation while doing … Continue reading

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Cell Phone Speaker Feature – Etiquette Faux Pas

I was shopping in a department store this weekend when a woman near me started speaking.  Thinking she was speaking to me, I turned toward the woman.  At first I was confused because she wasn’t looking at me, there were … Continue reading

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Telephone Etiquette: In Person vs. On the Phone

The other day, I was trying to have a business conversation with a receptionist at a doctor’s office.  I had several important questions I needed answers for.  Every time I completed a question, the phone rang and the receptionist answered … Continue reading

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Keep Voice Messages Short and Sweet

Be courteous of another person’s phone minutes.  When you leave a voice message, you are using their minutes for the amount of time it takes you to leave the message as well as the amount of time it takes them … Continue reading

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Spa Etiquette – Speak Softly

A spa is a place where people go to relax, de-stress, and recharge.  A spa promotes physical and mental well being.  We pay top dollars for spa treatments because we live in such a fast passed and stressful environment and … Continue reading

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Telephone Etiquette – Don’t Relay Too Much Information When Answering the Phone

On numerous occasions, I have been given more information than I need when calling a business or a residence. When asking to speak with a certain individual, I only need to know if they are available to speak with me … Continue reading

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Cell Phone Ring Tones

If your cell phone is being used in a professional setting, make sure your ring tone is professional as well.  Bell tones are always a safe choice. Co-workers and bosses may find the theme from “Star Wars” or Brittany Spears’ … Continue reading

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Basic Cell Phone Etiquette

Cell phone use is quickly climbing to the top of America’s pet peeve list. It,s a shame a device so useful in emergencies, security, and business communications can be so annoying when used without following simple etiquette rules. Most recently, … Continue reading

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