Tips for National Cell Phone Courtesy Month

The entire month of July is National Courtesy Cell Phone Month. It is necessary to practice courtesy when using the cell phone especially in a business, hospitality, or in education institutions. Practicing cell phone courtesy can be difficult at first but can be effective when you are having a conversation with someone. Often having courtesy makes the job tasks get done quickly and efficiently. However, there are some jobs that need cold calling for various purposes. 

Nonetheless, being courteous with your cell phone conversations develops trustworthiness. As well as making the person feel comfortable and less scared to speak. Depending on one's tone of voice, one can establish respect and be likeable on the cell phone. However, be careful about being too direct and raising your voice. Furthermore, do not eat while having a conversation with someone while speaking through the cell phone. 

No matter if you are a business manager, administrative assistant, or office assistant; It is important to discuss work topics in a calm manner. Do not forget to use your manners, work ethics, and be respectful with everyone. Moreover, try to be approachable and courteous when you are working. Dedicate some time to practice cell phone courtesy this month at home and at work. Here is a list to keep in mind when using your cell phone at work, at home, and other public places. 

1. If you are at work, speak in a soft tone and end your conversation in three to five minutes. 
2. Do not have personal conversations at work due to eavesdropping. 
3. Put your cell phone in Do Not Disturb or in silence mode.
4. Speak calmly and clearly to get enough information during the cell phone conversation. 
5. Do not use your cell phone in a taxi, bus, or train.
6. Do not send text messages during a work meeting.
7. When you are on a date, make sure to have your cell phone in silence. 
8. Do not check voicemail or text messages during work hours. 
9. Do not text message someone when you are on a date with someone. 
10. Focus and listen to the person when they are speaking on the cell phone. 
11. Excuse yourself or apologize if you must answer your cell phone.
12. Do not make telephone calls inside a restaurant, a bank, temple, church, or other public places. 
13. Lower the volume or use headphones when speaking to someone in a video cell phone conversation. 
14. Be careful with people interrupting you while you are on a live video cell phone call.
15. Put a sign on your office door or cubicle so other employees do not interrupt you during a live video call. 

As cell phone use increases in public places, it is necessary to use cell phone etiquette so other people do not get distracted. Focus on your customer, cashier, co-worker, patient, student, or your child without feeling distracted. Cell phone courtesy makes anyone feel appreciated and not ignored. However, there might be times that someone might not like speaking to you on the cell phone; It is best not to take it personally. Last, having cell phone courtesy takes practice and must not be forced. 

These fifteen tips can help you practice cell phone courtesy. Yet, regardless how you are courteous, remember to use an appropriate tone of voice for managing conversations at work. Furthermore, keep in mind the type of job you have, the job guidelines, and the appropriate topics when using your cell phone. Save personal cell phone conversation topics for after work; This can protect your privacy as an employee. Here are websites with more tips for cell phone courtesy. 

 

Why Customer Courtesy Matters and 8 Tips on How to Nail It:

Why Customer Courtesy Matters and 8 Tips on How to Nail It

10 Cell Phone Etiquette Tips Everyone Needs to Know:

10 Cell Phone Etiquette Tips Everyone Needs to Know

Bad Cell Phone Etiquette?-Modern Man's Manners Guide:

Bad Cell Phone Etiquette?-Modern Man's Manners Guide

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