Etiquette Tips 1 - Saying please and thank you goes a long way. It's so simple, but it means a lot to the person hearing it. It's also important to remember to say these things not just to people you know, but to those you don't know that are doing something for you - such as waiters and store clerks. You'll be surprised how much better service you'll get just for saying please and thank you.

Etiquette Tips 2 - Keep stamped and addressed envelopes on hand to put thank you notes in. This way as soon as you receive a gift or favor, half the work of sending a thank you note is already done.

Etiquette Tips 3 - Smile at everyone. It really helps with meeting new people, as it puts the other person at ease. Also, smile when you are answering the phone, the person on the other end can tell.

Etiquette Tips 4 - When in a public setting, either turn your cell phone off or set it to vibrate. Public settings include meetings, movie theatres, parties, on public transportation and while in line to check out at stores. Also, if you must answer your phone, excuse yourself from these situations as to not offend others around you.

Etiquette Tips 5 - Holding the door for others is always the proper thing to do, regardless of whether you are male or female. Hold the door open for anyone who happens to be coming in as you're going out, or is going out as you are going out.

Etiquette Tips 6 - Dress yourself well. Not only does dressing well give you confidence to face others, but it allows the person you are speaking with to pay more attention to you instead of your weird, wacky or inappropriate clothing.

Etiquette Tips 7 - Teaching kids manners at an early age is a good thing. In fact it's never too early to start teaching a child about please, thank you, excuse me, your welcome and other basics. It's also easier to teach good manners young, then to have to fix bad ones when they are older.

Etiquette Tips 8 - When traveling to other countries, keep in mind that their etiquette rules will be different then those in your home country. Take some time before heading out to learn what some of the differences are.

Etiquette Tips 9 - When at a party - Always arrive a few minutes early, and never late. Remember to thank the host/hostess for inviting you. Also remember to mingle with both the person hosting the party and the other guests.

Etiquette Tips 10 - When meeting someone older or in a high ranking position, you should always address them by their last name or profession (ie: Dr.). Allow them to be the one to tell you that formalities are not necessary and you can call them by their first name.

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Emily Post

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