That the cellphone use became indispensable, especially when it comes to work, everyone knows. The problem is that a lot of people abuse others' patience and use the device at inappropriate times and places, without worrying about who is around them. In order not to be ugly, it is better to follow some rules and avoid unforgivable gaffes that bother those around you so much.
Rule number one, and incredible as it may seem the most disrespected, is to leave the cell phone switched on in environments that require silence and also on special occasions. The phone should be turned off in situations such as work meetings. If you get a call, do not pretend that it is not your phone that is ringing. Excuse yourself and get out quickly.
In theaters and theaters, respect the audience as well as the performers. In restaurants, there are people who want to eat their meals in peace, and not listen to their conversation. No cell phones in hospitals and clinics, where use is only available to working professionals and yet only in permitted areas.
Preserve the silence of churches, museums, libraries. If you are expecting a very important call, choose to leave it in vibrate mode and when the phone rings, stand back to answer.
Another very important tips is to moderate the tone of voice while talk on cellphone. Isn't it classy? Share? your conversations with those around you, especially if it is a personal matter or that very interesting gossip you want to tell your friend. Beware also of the famous question "where are you?" When the person answers, ask first if they can speak at that time. If she agrees to talk, be brief and do not extend the conversation.
And attention to the call times, do not be inconvenient calling in the middle of the dawn, do this only in case of extreme urgency. When in company with others, be quick to answer calls. It is completely inelegant to disturb a parallel conversation and even worse if it is time consuming. The situation becomes more embarrassing when at a special moment between a couple, one of the two resolves answer the cellphone.
Return your calls whenever possible, it's a matter of education and attitude, especially when it comes to professional matters. And lastly, avoid borrowing others' cell phones. Only use the request in extreme cases and even so, don't even think about making long distance or international calls.
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