Cell phones
have become integral part of human lives. Today,more and more cell phone users are carrying smart phones to work.There are advantages and disadvantages of using
cell phone. These are certain cell phone etiquettes that needs to be kept in
mind while using them.
In a meeting with the
client put your cell on silent mode
Do not answer your phone in the middle of a conversation.
If you must, first excuse yourself, move/turn away and be
brief.
Do not keep looking at your cell, play games and read or
send sms messages in company.
You do not have to shout into your phone to be heard.
Personal affairs need not be shared with the public.
Maintain your callers privacy, keep the volume on low, avoid
the speaker phone.
Before calling, sms for permission to call and wait for a
response.
If you call during someone’s work hours, ask if he/she is
free to speak, if so ask for the right time to call.
Never intrude into a persons after office hours time with
official work unless it is important. Try the land line first.
During functions/performances/lectures keep your cell on
silent mode
