Stop it! Not every email greeting or thank-you needs an exclamation point. These are but two examples of trying to be nice that are often unwelcome. Some of the things we do when trying to be polite bother people, including clients, friends and family. Plenty of etiquette rules have changed in the past decade, such as:
- Kissing or hugging hello. Just stop.
- Automatically saying “yes”
- Tagging people on social media
- Saying “no worries”
- Offering driving tips or directions without being asked
Source: Reader’s Digest, September 29, 2024. Link.
Being polite isn’t about following complicated rules; rather politeness is about being kind [and] respectful, cooperating and putting people first—including yourself, sometimes—in every situation.”
INSIGHTS: We’re all guilty of social boo-boos now and then. This list is a good refresher on how things work today. As you read it, keep in mind the need for low-volume body fragrances at all times.
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