"Rules of conduct in public places"

Basic dating rules

By following these rules, you will not only be polite, but also make a good first impression on people:

When meeting, a man is introduced to a woman, those younger in age or position are introduced to the elders, those who came later are introduced to those who came earlier.
The person you are introducing the stranger to should be named first, and the person being introduced should be named second. For example: “Katya, meet me, this is Roman,” “Ivan Petrovich, this is Marina.”
When meeting, it is acceptable and advisable to clarify the type of occupation and/or the degree of your acquaintance with those whom you introduce to each other. For example: “Katya, meet me, this is my husband Roman. Roma, meet me, this is my friend Katya, we studied at the university together.”
The first person to shake hands should be the person to whom the stranger was introduced.
If they want to shake your hand while you are sitting, you should stand up or at least stand up slightly.

And finally, another important topic is business etiquette.

Rules of conduct in the theater and cinema

Monitoring behavior is important and necessary, among other things, in places of leisure:

Arrive at the start of the performance and session on time, without being late.
Refrain from consuming food and drinks in the auditorium.
Turn off or put gadgets into silent mode during a movie show or performance.
Do not film what is happening if the organizers have prohibited filming.
Sit quietly, do not lean left and right or back and forth, so as not to disturb your neighbors and those sitting behind you.
Those who come together cannot sit with their heads on the shoulder of their companion, or with their heads tilted towards each other, because this disturbs the spectators sitting behind.
If two M+F couples come to a session or performance, in the auditorium the women sit in the center, the men on both sides, each next to his companion.
During intermission, move to the exit along the row facing those sitting, and not with your back.
You should not talk during a show or performance - you should wait until the end or intermission.
You should not gesture, sing along or beat the beat with your foot if music starts playing during a film or performance.

Let us clarify that for concerts the rules are more democratic. Many performers themselves ask the audience to sing along with them or shout out: “I don’t see your hands!” Many bands are even pleased if the audience knows the tests of their songs by heart. In addition, for example, not a single rock concert ever starts on time, so spectators being late is also acceptable.

A separate topic is communication etiquette when meeting people. There are also rules here.

Rules of conduct in cafes and restaurants

When you find yourself in a cafe or restaurant, try not to forget about the following:

The man is responsible for the companion’s clothes - he helps to take off a fur coat or coat and puts the companion’s outerwear in the wardrobe.
In the hall, a man helps his companion sit down by moving the chair, and only after that sits down himself.
While eating or waiting for your order, you should not place your elbows on the table. As an exception, a lady can put her elbows on the table for a short time, but not a gentleman.
You cannot place foreign objects on the table that are not related to the meal.
If you need to show any item - a phone, a book, something else - just pass it from hand to hand.
Applying cosmetics, combing your hair, and doing other things should be done exclusively in the restroom.
Don't talk on the phone at the table.
If you need to make or receive a call, apologize and leave the table.
It is acceptable to cough or sneeze into the crook of your elbow.
You should not take a transparent wine glass or glass with oily hands.

In fact, table etiquette is a much larger body of knowledge, and it may differ from country to country. It would be better if, before traveling abroad, you familiarize yourself with the rules of conduct in the country of your visit.

If the amount of information seems too large and difficult to remember, you can use mnemonic rules or associative memorization techniques. For example, it is known that bread should be on the left, drinks on the right. Fold your fingers into the Ok gesture, and the combination on your left hand will resemble the letter b (bread), and on the right - d (drink).

Etiquette in public premises

The rules of good manners and etiquette in general premises are as follows:

At the door, a man lets a woman go first, a junior lets a senior pass, and an ordinary employee lets a boss pass.
Of those equal in age and status, the one closest to the door goes first. If the distance to the door is the same, the one entering lets the one leaving.
You should hold the door if someone is following you.
If the doors have double doors, follow the “right-hand traffic” rule and leave the left door for those coming towards you.
The man goes down the stairs first, the woman goes up. If the stairs are dark or the room is unfamiliar to the woman, the man goes up the stairs first.
The side of the stairs near the railing should be given to women, elderly people and children. Of two people of the same sex, the younger one is inferior.
In the elevator, the person standing closest to the buttons must ask everyone else for the floor and press the necessary buttons.
The person who enters the room is the first to greet those who are already inside.
You should refrain from listening to music or watching movies without headphones.
You should not look at someone point-blank, even if you are interested in something about the person.
Women are allowed to keep their hat and gloves on indoors, but they must take off their cap and mittens.
Don't initiate a handshake in the restroom.

And now it’s worth saying a few words about etiquette in transport.

Basic rules of business etiquette

Essentially, this is a set of rules for communications in a work environment, mandatory for everyone, be it a big boss, a top manager or an ordinary employee:

Don't be late.
Always say hello, say “thank you” and “please”, and do not interrupt the other person.
Warn about your visit.
Before entering, knock or say “hello” if the door is open.
In business negotiations, try to express yourself clearly, concisely and clearly so that the essence of your message is extremely clear.
Refrain from excess slang and words of foreign origin, especially if the business meeting is attended by specialists from related fields who are not too familiar with the intricacies of your work.
Double-check written messages and correct errors before sending.
In instant messengers, do not split a long message into short ones - it is better to shorten the essence of the letter so that it easily fits into one message.
It is better to answer a phone call after the 2nd or 3rd ring.
If you are not answered after the 5th ring, hang up.
If the connection is interrupted during a call, the call initiator must call back.
Introduce yourself if you called from a new number.
You should notify about your video call in advance, for example, by text message.
During a video call, look at the other person, not at yourself in the camera.
The handshake must be initiated by the manager, including if the subordinates are women.
You are not supposed to kiss women's hands at business meetings.
Do not reveal or ask for trade secrets.
Do not discuss those who are absent, and especially do not speak badly about them.
Always ask permission from your business partners if you want to refer to them to third parties, indicate them in the list of partners on your website, or tell any incident with their participation in the public sphere.
For a business dinner, the person who invited you to dinner pays.

These are the basic rules of etiquette. We will not touch on all the rules of business communication - there are many of them, and they differ somewhat depending on the situation (communication with a client, boss or business partner). In principle, good manners and business etiquette are not so difficult.

Also, we will not dwell on the dress code rules - they may differ significantly for different areas. The clothing requirements for employees of a creative agency and a commercial bank are very different, and even within the industry it is worth clarifying the presence or absence of restrictions. In any case, clothes should be clean, look harmonious and match the accessories.

These are the basic rules of etiquette that must be followed. If your knowledge is much greater and wider, this is exclusively a plus for your karma. Moreover, you should learn special rules of behavior for those places that you visit often. For example, etiquette rules in a gym or fitness center. This will significantly facilitate your communication with others.

In addition, you can take our “Best Communication Techniques” program, and then you will be able to navigate absolutely any situation. We wish you interesting communication and effective communications and look forward to attending our programs!

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Rules of conduct in public transport

Even if you have long ago acquired a personal car, you should learn the rules of behavior in public transport. And even if you are traveling by bus from the exit of the terminal building to the plane, you should follow these rules:

Wait until everyone who was going to get off at the bus stop has gotten out of the vehicle, and only then enter the vehicle.
Wait until the empty seats are occupied by elderly people, disabled people, parents with small children, pregnant women, and only then take one of the remaining free seats.
You should only occupy one seat if you are traveling alone. Do not place your bag on the next seat, do not spread your legs wide, preventing you from taking the next seat.
If you see someone you know at the other end of the salon, greet them with a nod and a smile.
A man should get off public transport first, then offer his hand and help his companion get out.

No less interesting are the nuances of etiquette in establishments where you can have a snack and drink coffee.