What is one etiquette rule that is often ignored? Here are 25 basic manners I think everyone should know. Add yours in the comments!
1. If you're dining with other people, wait for everyone to be served before you start digging in.
2. Don't call people after 9 PM.
3. Don't just drop unannounced at someone's house. Wait for an invitation.
4. Don't call people at lunchtime.
5. Mind your own business. Don't meddle in people's lives out of boredom.
6. Don't open the fridge in someone else's house.
7. Don't keep things that are not food-related on the table: keys, phone, or wallet.
8. Dress for the occasion. Even though you look sexy in your tight black dress, you don't wear it at a funeral, just as you shouldn't wear white at someone else's wedding.
9. Don't put people on speakerphone without telling them.
10. Don't send work texts or emails outside business hours.
11. Don't gossip.
12. Stay at home if you're sick. Don't go to work, meet friends, or attend parties, not even if it's "just a cold".
13. Don't let your guests drive drunk. Offer them your guestroom, or call them a cab.
14. Don't stop in the middle of the sidewalk to read your messages.
15. Don't listen to music too loudly.
16. When you talk to someone, take off your sunglasses and earbuds.
17. Don't talk too loudly in public.
18. Never show up empty-handed.
19. Clean up after your pet.
20. Offer your seat to elders, pregnant women, or people who need it more than you.
21. Never yell or wave your hand at a waiter while dining.
22. Say "Hello", "Goodbye", "Please", and "Thank You".
23. Hold the door for the person behind you.
24. Teach your kids manners.
25. Be punctual.
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