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Your Guide To Escalator Etiquette: Essential Tips You Need To Know

While not as fast as most elevators, escalators can easily move large groups of people and reduce the amount of time and energy it takes to get to destinations on different floors. They are frequently used in buildings with high levels of foot traffic like public transit stations, malls, and stadiums. Although we may take these ascending and descen...

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Elevator Etiquette Explained: How To Navigate Social Norms

In public places, including in restaurants, there are rules of etiquette that should be followed. Elevators are no different. In this article, we will teach you some of the most important etiquette rules to follow while using an elevator (or lift, depending on where you live). Following these simple elevator etiquette rules ensures everyone ca...

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Mastering Theatre Etiquette: Your Ultimate Guide For A Night Out

Attending a live theatrical performance is a wonderful experience. Whether you are on a date, with friends, or want to catch the latest performance on your own, there are some important theatre rules and etiquettes you need to be aware of. In this article, we will review some of the most common theatre etiquettes and how to follow them properly, no...

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How To Stir Your Tea (And Coffee) Like Royalty

For some people, the ritual of brewing or steeping the perfect cup of coffee or tea is an art-form. They spend hours dialing in the perfect grind consistency, have steeping time and temperature down to a science, and own a plethora of gadgets and gizmos to help them achieve barista bliss. But did you know that there is one technique that you can le...

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Mastering Coat Check Etiquette: Everything You Need To Know

A coat check (sometimes referred to as a 'cloak room') is a secure place, often found in sit-down restaurants, live theatres, and concert halls, where people can leave their coats and valuables. Some venues have mandatory coat checks while others do not. Many high-end restaurants and live theatres benefit from coat checks to help them maintain a pr...

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Don't Call Me Now: The Secret Rule To Phone Etiquette

In this article we will review some simple phone call etiquettes that you may not be aware of. Most importantly: when are the best times to call someone? While texting has become one of the most popular ways to communicate, speaking with someone over the phone in real time can relay information faster, reduce miscommunication, and helps build stron...

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Mastering Door Etiquette: When And How To Hold A Door

Although most people are capable of opening doors themselves, it is greatly appreciated when someone else does it for them. This act of chivalry is a very simple action that shows your consideration and kindness towards others. In this article we will discuss who you should open doors for, when it is and is not acceptable to hold doors op...

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How To Politely Return An Unwanted Dish At A Restaurant

Going to a restaurant should be an enjoyable experience. That experience can quickly change if your meal isn't to your liking. The anticipation of seeing your server approaching with your food only to discover it isn't what you ordered can derail the entire evening. What do you do? What should you say? Do you make a fuss or just eat it anyway? Afte...

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11 Rude Things You May Be Doing Without Realizing

Being fully aware of our actions throughout the day can be difficult. At times, without even realizing it, we may speak or act in a way that someone else may consider rude or disrespectful. In this article, we examine 11 rude things you may be doing without realizing and explain how to resolve them in a polite and respectful way. Being aware of the...

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Men’s Hygiene Checklist: The Ultimate Guide

It's a fact that most men don't take hygiene as seriously as they should. Most men stand by the three S's, and that's as far as their bathroom routine goes. (Don't think there's a need for explanation there). Your time spent in the bathroom getting ready for the day should be an enjoyable experience, not a slog. Each step in the men's daily hygiene...

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