Cell phones are one of the great wonders ever made to mankind. The gadget has given lots of advantages to people especially to those who are always on the go. It has made families, friends, and associates to connect with each other instantly, conveniently, and cost-effectively. In general, cell phones have become every individual's best friend especially in times when they immediately need someone, even from across the world.
But proper cell phone etiquette
has always been a concern, especially now when practically millions own cell
phones. It has caused growing issue over what proper way to use it without
being inconsiderate to others. It is alright if you bring with you your cell
phone wherever you are, in the business environment, business meeting, in social
gatherings, and in other public places. However, if it is already causing a
hassle to other people, it is a different story.
In a Movie Theater or Concert
Hall
If you are in a movie theater or
in a concert hall, remember that everyone goes there to watch and enjoy the
movie. But if your phone is suddenly ringing in loud volume, you are disturbing
other people, and defeating their purpose to enjoy. If you take the call and
talk loudly while the movie is on, it even can get them even more annoyed. To
avoid a scenario, turn your phone into silent mode so that when someone is
calling it does not disturb others. If you think the call must be answered, be
nice and go out the movie house and then take it.
In a Restaurant
It is the same when you are in a
fine dining restaurant where every body is enjoying a quiet moment with their
respective partners or companions. It can be easily ruined when a cell phone is
ringing loudly or you are talking on the phone loudly that the person next on
the table practically hears the conversation. If you can't move up from your
table, at least tone down your voice, so you are not causing a distraction to
the people on the other tables.
In the Church
The church is a place where
everybody visits to solemnly spend a time to pray, meditate, and attend a mass
or any religious gathering. It is surely infuriating if there is a cell phone
causing the noise. It is not okay to turn the phones on when inside the church.
So before you go in, be sure to check the gadget and turn it off or in silent
mode.
In a meeting
It is extremely unethical to take calls from cell phones while in a meeting.
You just don't distract other people who are serious in attending the meeting
but it disrupts the flow of whatever is in progress inside. It is best to leave
the phones in silent mode and inside the bag to avoid the unpleasant scenario.
In some locations, particularly
in private and even public buildings, wireless phones are not allowed and are
indicated from the signs suggesting people to turn the phones off.
If it is important that you leave
your phone on and being in silent mode is not an option, you can at least set
it in vibrate mode. However, when taking calls, be as ethical as possible by
doing it discreetly in the sense that you are not causing any disturbances to
anybody.
Also, leave your voice mail on.
Tell your friends and family to leave message when you are unavailable to take
the calls.
Article by: Clem C. Benton, Jr.
http://www.12path.com/cb/Clem/