30 Good Manners For A Successful Life.

" A man's manners are a mirror in which he shows his portrait"

Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe.

I am of the opinion that what you say and how you act is who you are.  It doesn't matter to me whether you are the CEO of your own household or the CEO of some mega corporation, if you don't display good manners, then you won't have my respect.  

You don't need a decimal point in your bank balance, be adorned by the fashions of the moment or drive the flashiest car, to show the world you have class and elegance.  Manners don't cost a penny, but can be worth a fortune to the woman or man who shows proper etiquette, as it enhances a person's reputation.  Reputation is all that you have, so guard it with your life.

30 Good Manners For A Successful Life.

1.   Use the terms, ' Please ', ' Thank you ' and ' You're welcome ', when conversing with other people.

2.   Ask ' How are you? ', when greeting someone.

3.   Repeat a persons name when introduced to you.

4.   Say, ' Nice/Lovely to meet you ' when parting form a new acquaintance.

5.  Smile.

6.   Don't put others down, belittle them or gossip.

7.   Never criticise anyone in an attempt to demean or elevate yourself.

8.   Don't interrupt another whilst they are talking, unless they are being insulting or swearing.

9.   Keep your mouth closed when chewing.

10. Lay a napkin in your lap.

11. Start eating only when everyone is seated and ready.

12. Take small bites.

13. Eat quietly.

14. Sit with good posture.

15. Say, ' Excuse me ' when you need to go to the bathroom.

16. Do not be occupied with your mobile phone when in the company of others ~ unless it's an emergency.

17. Never assume anything about anyone.

18. Do not use bad language.

19. Open doors for people behind you.

20. Wipe your feet at the door and take off your shoes when entering someones home.

21. Apologise if you bump into someone.

22. Dress appropriately for the occasion.

23. Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze.

24. Apologise if you are late.

25. Say ' Excuse me ' if someone is blocking your way.

26. Do not speak with a mouthful of food.

27. Never eat off a knife when having a meal.

28. Make people feel valued, engage in conversation and maintain eye contact.

29. Live the golden rule ' Do unto others ........'.

30. Ladies first.

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