- Have a soft handshake. Introduce anyone who is with you. Rememb people's name. It's better to ask for the name again before your first conversation end than next time you meet each other.
- Remember what people tell you and ask about it next time you see each other.
- Be punctual. Be on time. If you can't make it, let them know ahead of time directly. Don't tell someone else to tell. Don't wait until the last minute. If you're going to be ten minutes late, contact them and say you're sorry. If you can't make it to an event, let people know ahead of time.
- If you're the host, let people know that you're grateful that they attended, that you had a great time and that you look forward to see them in the future. If you received a gift, show your appreciation and gratitude for the gift. Immediately. If someone mails you something, you can mail back and that shouldn't take a week.
- Don't talk (loudly) on your cellphone when you're around other people. If you have to do it, apologize and let them know why.
- Avoid topics that are gross or tragic. Keep conversations light and appropriate.
- Be mindful of how much food you put into your mouth and to chew with your mouth closed. Don't talk with food in your mouth. Practice the same manners at home as when you're in public.
- Don't make sounds with your mouth when you talk on the phone.
- Look up videos on Youtube and read books on manners. Have mentors. Watch people who present themselves well and mimic them.
- Don't complain. Ask politely for what you want.
- State your opinion but never argue with anyone.
- If you didn't hear what someone said, say "excuse me, what did you say, I'm sorry I missed that".
- Treat people with kindness and respect, no matter who they are.
