Everyone should know how to behave in society. We present to your attention 10 rules of etiquette that every educated person should know.
10. On the stairs
It seems, what can the rules of etiquette on the stairs? But there are tricks here. When a couple ascends the stairs, according to the rules, a man always goes ahead. They descend the other way around, now a woman is ahead. A companion can support his lady by the arm, only very carefully. Do not pull her, it is important to adapt to her step and go calmly. The place at the railing must be given to children, women and people of age. If a woman goes up the stairs and a man meets her, then she has the right to continue moving, adhering to the railing, even if she is walking on the side contrary to the right-hand traffic. A well-mannered man will let her through; he will not push around and make a displeased look. If a person with a heavy bag or other things is walking towards him, you need to free him the passage, lingering on the site.
9. Handshake
The handshake from ancient times symbolizes greeting. Serve right hand, even if the leading hand is left. Do not relax your hand, but do not squeeze your partner’s palm with all your might. Calm, mild and short - these are the characteristics of a proper handshake. When meeting on the street, gloves and mittens are best removed. Women usually do not shake hands. But if a lady is accustomed to say hello in this way, be sure to shake her hand. The first to give a hand to greet the older. The same rule works if the boss greets with a subordinate. An ordinary employee should wait until the boss reaches out and in no case do it first.
8. A plate of soup from myself
According to the rules of a strict label, the plate should not be tilted at all either to itself or from itself. Especially if you dine in a public place. It is better to leave a couple of spoons of soup on a plate. But scoop up the soup with a spoon from yourself. Although most are accustomed to moving her in the direction of "to yourself." If the soup comes in large pieces or long noodles, then do not try to scoop them whole. Just crush them with a spoon to pieces. Do not blow on the soup, do not bend over the plate, do not squish or slurp. Then after a joint dinner, it does not matter whether it is a date or a business meeting, your impressions will remain only positive.
7. At the table
However, these are not all the rules of etiquette at the table. With the soup, now everything is clear, but what about the rest of the dishes? If you dine in a restaurant, first lay a cloth on your knees so you don't get dirty. At the end of the meal, or when you are leaving the table, put it near the plate. At the official reception you will be offered many dishes and appliances. A simple rule applies here: first take those devices that lie on the side of the hand. According to etiquette, dishes should be served in the same order. The fact that the knife is held in the right hand, and the fork in the left, is probably known to everyone. If you are pouring yourself a drink, be sure to offer it to your neighbor. Do not drink food, drink only when you have already chewed. Blot your mouth with a napkin. At the end of the meal, you should thank the person who invited you to dinner, or the hostess of the house if you were invited to visit.
6. Drinking a drink through a straw
According to etiquette through a straw, you can drink either ice drinks so as not to warm them with your hands, or hot so as not to burn yourself. Of course, this rule does not apply to tea or coffee. With a straw serves ice cocktails, hot and burning drinks, hot shots. It is permissible to drink beer through a straw, but rather, this rule applies to women. A man drinking beer through a straw will look ridiculous. Do not let bubbles into a glass, squish. Leave the rest of the drink, do not try to suck everything to the bottom, it is indecent.
5. Chewing gum
Very often people spoil the current favorable impression by constantly chewing chewing gum. This is a bad habit, but people are justified by the fact that chewing gum is good for teeth. Yes, really helpful, but only a maximum of 15 minutes after eating. If you chew longer, stomach problems may occur. If you cannot do without chewing gum, chew it unnoticed. In no case do not inflate bubbles, do not champ.
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Many men and women call each other affectionate nicknames. Of course, it is permissible to refer to each other in your home environment as you please, but in a public place this characterizes them not from the best side. A person in your society will feel awkward, so leave your tenderness at home, call each other with people by name. Such behavior is especially indecent when the husband and wife work together. They will start laughing at you. If the husband or wife is also the boss, then they risk losing the rest of the respect of other subordinates.
3. Distraction during a conversation on a watch or phone
Never allow yourself to engage in extraneous matters during a conversation. Do not be distracted by your phone, watch or notebook. So you will show to the interlocutor that he is unpleasant to you, that you do not respect him and want to quickly end this conversation. Of course, there are situations when it is vital to answer the call. After all, circumstances are different. Then apologize and answer. But talk as short as possible, no need to start a long conversation. When talking on the phone, it is better to go away so that the interlocutor does not have to listen to your professional or personal problems.
2. If a lady gets up from the table
When dinner is over and women get up from the table, men, despite the fact that they plan to stay, must get up. You can’t sit down according to the rules of etiquette until the moment when the women leave the room. Regarding male and female behavior in a public place, there are other rules, without knowing which you can get into trouble. The man is not allowed to sit at the table until all the ladies present have sat down. If he invited her to a restaurant, he should come a little earlier, undress, find his table, and then meet the girl and sit her at the table. A woman chooses dishes on the menu, and a man must order them to the waiter for himself and for his companion.
1. Flowers that can be given to men
Etiquette rules do not prohibit giving flowers to men. Again, only in exceptional cases. Flowers are usually given to singers after a performance, to athletes after another record. The publication of a book, a scientific discovery - are the reasons for such a gift. It is acceptable to give a bouquet for a birthday. But the flowers must also be chosen carefully. Do not give women's bouquets. If in doubt, entrust the formation of a bouquet to a professional. Experienced florists will make a floral arrangement for you, depending on the occasion, age and profession of the man.