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15 Jan
Valentine’s Day Tips for Texters: Five ways 2 txt
As Valentine’s Day approaches, is there any room for text messaging in relationships? Yes…but be careful. In some instances, texting can lead to confusion and misinterpretation. Here are five ways to communicate with clarity:
Be courteous. Give your date or companion your full attention. Texting during dinner or during a conversation is just as bad as talking on your cell phone during a date. If you must text, warn your date ahead of time and keep it brief.
Be discreet. It’s best not to share bad news or break up with someone via a text message. Enough said.
Be flirty. It’s perfectly acceptable to flirt with someone via text – as long as the other person is comfortable receiving these types of texts. In other words, know the difference between being flirty and being dirty. If you flirt with each other in person, then a flirty message can be fun.
Be quick. If you need to send a quick note to someone, texting is a wonderful way to communicate, however, be mindful that some people prefer not to receive text messages. In that case, call them instead.
Be visual. Sending a picture or a short video is a great way for couples to connect on Valentine’s Day or any other day of the year. How nice would it be to receive a photo showing your sweetie blowing you a kiss or a video telling you he or she loves you?
July is National Cell Phone Courtesy Month
July is National Cell Phone Courtesy Month, an event I founded in 2002 to help educate the public about the proper use of cell phones. Since that time, I have received an enormous amount of publicity. Here’s one of my favorite videos, hosted by Rachel Canelli of Phillyburbs.com, featuring some of my etiquette tips.
And just in case you missed it, I was a guest on the Jimmy and Jen Show this morning on 102.3 WXLC in Chicago. Listen to this podcast if you want to know where I got the idea for National Cell Phone Courtesy Month.
15 Essential E-Mail Etiquette Tips
E-mail is one of the most efficient ways of staying in touch with customers, coworkers and clients. It’s faster than sending a letter, less intrusive than a phone call, less hassle than a fax, and often more convenient for the recipient. Because of these benefits, it has become pervasive in our corporate culture. Here are 15 essential e-mail etiquette tips that can be found in my book, Business Class.
1. Use the subject line to inform. An e-mail’s importance is often determined by its subject line. Keep the subject line brief, specific, and relevant or else the receiver might accidentally delete or mistake your e-mail for spam or an unsolicited advertisement. Read more
Seven Ways To Avoid Being a Weiner on the Web
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ep. Anthony Weiner changed his story this afternoon, admitting that he was the man who both took and sent the crotch photo of himself via Twitter. As social media continues to spread and sites like Twitter and Facebook become more widely used, both public figures and private individuals should be mindful of the information they share on the Web. Here are some Twitter etiquette tips that Laura Pulido, the CEO of The Protocol Institute, and I shared with the Wall Street Journal today. Read more.
Amtrak Boots Woman for Violating Cell Phone Etiquette
Some people, unfortunately, leave their cell phone manners at home. Watch what can happen if you talk too loudly on a cell phone while traveling on an Amtrak train.
What annoys you most about rude cell phone users? Please add your comment below. In the meantime, click here to read about National Cell Phone Courtesy Month and learn how to become a more courteous cell phone user.
Five Office Etiquette Rules You Need to Know
In its mildest form, bad office etiquette makes a workplace an uncomfortable and unproductive place. At its worst, it’s a grown-up version of bullying and can leave a company at risk for lawsuits. On the other hand, minding your manners makes good business sense, according to experts.
Good business behavior will set you apart from the competition. When you are mindful of your behavior and the feelings of others, you will be more likable and promotable. Here are five rules for exemplary office etiquette. Read more.
July is National Cell Phone Courtesy Month
Did you know…
- At least 91% of Americans own cell phones
- There are more than 285 million cell phones in use in the U.S.
- 3 out of 10 people prefer cell phones over landlines
While a majority of us experience a range of rude behaviors on a daily basis, the one transgression that seems to occur most often is accompanied by a ring tone: People talking on cell phones, in public places, in a loud or annoying manner.
Eighty-seven percent of Americans in an ABC News “20/20″ survey say they encounter that kind of gabbing at least sometimes, and a majority — 57 percent — hear it often. That takes the cake for frequency; by contrast, just under four in 10 often experience generally rude or disrespectful behavior, cursing, near-cursing or people interrupting conversations to use e-mail or cell phones.
It was this bad behavior that prompted me to come up with a remedy. In July 2002, I officially founded National Cell Phone Courtesy Month with the intent of making cell phone users more respectful of their surroundings. With more and more people using smart phones, Blackberries and other electronic devices these days, our society’s techno etiquette seems to be declining.
If you agree that cell phone rudeness is on the rise and would like to help eradicate this growing epidemic, please spread the word about National Cell Phone Courtesy Month. Here are some helpful tips to share. Read more
How Late Is Too Late To Call Someone?
At 12:15am this morning, while I was soundly sleeping, my phone rang. I immediately woke me up, glanced at the caller ID, and noticed that someone from Philadelphia was calling. I don’t know anyone in Philadelphia so I didn’t answer it. The phone rang again one minute later. This time the phone woke up my husband and my dogs too. I glanced at the caller ID again — same caller. I didn’t answer. By this time I was fully awake and frustrated that someone would call me at that hour.
When I got up today, I listened to the phone message from the “midnight caller” who happened to be a student calling to schedule an interview for a business etiquette story she was writing for a class project. Chances are, she wasn’t aware that she was calling my home when she dialed my office number (which she probably found on my website). Read more
Hoops & Yoyo on Cell Phone Etiquette
Thought this was cute. Enjoy!
Hoops & Yoho on Cell Phone Etiquette
Mind Your Twitter Manners
Tweet. Twitter is taking over and millions of people just like me are updating others on their daily activities or following people to gather new information. Celebrities, coaches, organizations and professionals are all joining to get their messages across. In fact, Twitter attracted 44.5 million unique visitors in June according to Techcrunch.com. However, with this trend comes some dos and don’ts in order to ensure that everyone is using Twitter appropriately and effectively. Below are five tips that are tweet-worthy:
1. Don’t spam. If people are following you, they are going to want real content that matches their interests or teaches them something new. If you are sending out numerous tweets that are trying to sell your products, you will quickly lose your following. People have enough spam through e-mail and don’t want this to be another source of excess clutter.
2. Think about the venue. It is inappropriate to tweet during business meetings or while at events such as a funeral, wedding or court proceeding. Also, if you just got out of a movie that was newly released, tweeting about the ending won’t be appreciated!
3. Watch the acronyms and abbreviations. Even though you are limited to 140 characters per tweet, people may not understand your shorthand and it may not come across as professional. If you can’t say it in 140 characters, try rewording it before making your message too confusing for your followers.
4. Give credit for retweets. If you read a great tweet or loved the information that someone shared, pass it along but give credit where it is due. Like in any situation, people don’t like watching others take credit for their hard work and creativity.
5. It is a courtesy to follow people who are following you. The exception to this is when you feel that people are spamming or deliberately just sending out advertisements instead of worthwhile information.