Chapter 17
No One Wants to Hear Your Phone
IN THIS CHAPTER
Using your phone in public
Knowing what to do when others fail to practice good phone etiquette
Enjoying the benefits of taking a break from electronics
Telecommuting and phone etiquette
We've all been there — you're in a meeting or out to dinner with friends and you can't help but check your phone every few minutes. Though it's easy to get caught up in the world of phone notifications, it's important to remember that using your phone in public can be seen as rude. In this chapter, we explain the proper etiquette for using your phone around others and offer some tips for breaking the habit of constant phone-checking. Are you ready to put down your phone and focus on the present? Let's get started!
Following Etiquette When Using Your Phone in Public
There is absolutely nothing wrong with using your phone in public. However, it can be pretty bothersome to others if you don’t follow certain rules. Rule 1: If you’re in a public space, you need to respect your people. This means keeping your phone calls to a minimum, keeping ...
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