Etiquette 101
What is etiquette?
Proper conduct, good manners, expected behaviors
Name one way of showing dining etiquette.
Saying "excuse me", saying "please", saying "thank you", having good manners, not being gross, cleaning up after yourself, saying something kind, using a closing statement, etc.
What is the first thing you should do when you meet a new person?
Introduce yourself!
GOOD Manners: Be __________ and respectful.
(Fill in the blank)
Polite
What does clear eye contact show others?
That you care about what they are saying.
When should you practice proper etiquette?
Every moment of the day!
When you are around other people
What is one way of showing good dining etiquette when you are at a restaurant?
no elbows on the table, putting the napkin on your lap, chewing with your mouth closed, etc.
Why should you think before you speak?
You don't want to offend anyone- especially someone whom you just met.
Is looking at your phone when talking to someone demonstrating good manners?
No.
How can you show respect to others?
Listening, asking questions or making comments about what they are talking about, etc.
What does having proper etiquette show other people about you?
That you are respectful
Why is it important to have good dining etiquette?
to show people that you are professional and they will take you seriously.
When you tell someone about yourself, what things should you be telling them?
Interesting facts or things that you are interested in.
Name a manner that you might have learned from your family or at school!
Answers can vary.
What kind of attitude should you have when meeting others?
What is the goal of the etiquette?
To be thoughtful about our conduct
To be aware of others
What does it mean to be mindful while you are eating?
Avoid taking too much food!
Take small bites & be respectful of others talking while eating.
True or False: Even what you don't say... COUNTS
True
Name two things you should do when you are introducing yourself to someone who you do not know.
1. Shake their hand
2. Make Eye contact
3. Give your name
Why is having good personal space important when having a conversation with another person?
People might feel uncomfortable if you are standing too close to them when you are having a conversation.
Your friend arrives 5 minutes late to basketball practice, is she demonstrating proper etiquette? Explain.
No she is not demonstrating proper etiquette because she should arrive at least 10-15 minutes early for practices.
Explain a time when you or a friend demonstrated proper dining etiquette.
answers can vary- talk about putting napkin on lap, not putting too much on your plate, etc.
You are going to lunch with a new friend group you just joined. Name one appropriate conversation topic that you and you new group members might have.
your interests, your schools, favorite things, music or dances you like, etc..
Describe proper body language when you are having a conversation with someone. (How should you look)
standing up straight, smile, look toward them
Why is it important to remember something someone has told you before?
It shows that you are listening, and care about what they have to say.