By
Bill Fields
Submitted On February 16, 2011
The diffusion of new technologies has been so rapid that
acceptable social behaviours are lagging behind. This is especially
noticeable with cell phones and the ubiquitous, Blackberry.
Here are some basic guidelines for demonstrating respectful behaviour.
Don't Talk In Public Places
We will remember a time when seeing someone walking down the street talking to "the air" drew our attention. Cell phones, particularly the hands-free variety, are the modern day equivalent, only more so.
It is irritating to be walking in the mall, shopping at the supermarket or riding the GO Train and being accosted by someone's conversation. Most often, they're talking in a loud voice, sometimes about confidential information. This is selfish behaviour that is disrespectful of others. The truth is: You're not that important! If your phone rings, let it go to messages. These messages will be recorded and you can follow-up later. There is a fundamental difference between portable and public. As radical as this may sound, I recommend that we stop using cell phones in public places.
Don't Talk While Driving
It is easy to identify the driver who is talking on a cell phone. Their driving is erratic and unsafe. They are a danger to them self and others. Nothing is that urgent.
Park to talk or wait until later. Driving requires our full and undivided attention. Even though the Highway Traffic Act has been amended, there are still many people who feel that the law does not apply to them. Stop using cell phones while driving.
Blackberry Etiquette
The Blackberry, with its amazing utility, is both hypnotic and compulsive. I have sat with someone and attempted to converse, while they were working on their Blackberry. Simply stated, it is outright rude to be in the presence of another human being and ignore them to the deference of technology. Pay the other party the respect that I\they deserve, by focusing on them in your conversation.
There are situations for social interaction and other times to conduct your work: de-couple the two. Be focused and deliberate. You can't do two things well at the same time. Stop using the Blackberry when with people.
Adherence to these guidelines will demonstrate your respectful behaviour and professionalism.
Here are some basic guidelines for demonstrating respectful behaviour.
Don't Talk In Public Places
We will remember a time when seeing someone walking down the street talking to "the air" drew our attention. Cell phones, particularly the hands-free variety, are the modern day equivalent, only more so.
It is irritating to be walking in the mall, shopping at the supermarket or riding the GO Train and being accosted by someone's conversation. Most often, they're talking in a loud voice, sometimes about confidential information. This is selfish behaviour that is disrespectful of others. The truth is: You're not that important! If your phone rings, let it go to messages. These messages will be recorded and you can follow-up later. There is a fundamental difference between portable and public. As radical as this may sound, I recommend that we stop using cell phones in public places.
Don't Talk While Driving
It is easy to identify the driver who is talking on a cell phone. Their driving is erratic and unsafe. They are a danger to them self and others. Nothing is that urgent.
Park to talk or wait until later. Driving requires our full and undivided attention. Even though the Highway Traffic Act has been amended, there are still many people who feel that the law does not apply to them. Stop using cell phones while driving.
Blackberry Etiquette
The Blackberry, with its amazing utility, is both hypnotic and compulsive. I have sat with someone and attempted to converse, while they were working on their Blackberry. Simply stated, it is outright rude to be in the presence of another human being and ignore them to the deference of technology. Pay the other party the respect that I\they deserve, by focusing on them in your conversation.
There are situations for social interaction and other times to conduct your work: de-couple the two. Be focused and deliberate. You can't do two things well at the same time. Stop using the Blackberry when with people.
Adherence to these guidelines will demonstrate your respectful behaviour and professionalism.
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