Etiquette 101
What is etiquette?
Etiquette is the requirements of your social behavior; it’s the proper conduct as established in any class, community or setting
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!
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. It's RUDE!
How can you show respect to others?
Listening, making eye contact, etc.
What does having proper etiquette show other people about you?
Having proper etiquette improves peoples feelings about you & develop a comfort level to better get to know you!
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?
A positive attitude
What is the goal of the etiquette?
Getting to know someone through conversation & food. Repeating a fact they shared is impressive!
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 will feel uncomfortable if you are standing too close to them when you are having a conversation.
Your friend arrives 5 minutes late to a school dance 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 your 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 a breakfast with a new girls 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, eye contact
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.