For many of us who have observed the increase in technological devices used by consumers, the most notable communication product is the cell phone, which is widely used worldwide with instantaneous communication features. At one time the telephone was limited in its portability and usage. However, as computers became more available and in smaller sizes, the telephone took on a new look as a portable device anywhere in the world assuming the necessary technology support to allow for effective services. If you think everyone has a cell phone, think again. Many persons are still using the answering phone and extension phones that may be portable as their way of receiving and making necessary calls for private use.
However, with all new technologies, there is the issue of etiquette that makes the cell phone a good target. We have all witnessed the "security blanket" syndrome of the cell phone. That is why we are looking at the etiquette side of this wonderful technological invention for the the 21st century. Here are a few tips that may be appropriate to consider regarding the impact on OTHERS who may want your conversations to stay private rather than public broadcasting.
1) Use your cell phone for all obvious emergencies for yourself and for OTHERS when the need arises.
2) Make cell phone calls privately away from the general public especially if you are in a doctor's office, in line at a fast food restaurant, in the churches that you attend, in school classrooms where you are trying to learn, and in any area that is in approximate reach of OTHERS. Your telephone conversation is not the concern of OTHERS...Keep it private.
3) Avoid making cell phone calls while you are operating an automobile. If you really need to make a cell phone call, pull off to the side of the road, if possible, or to some other location that takes you away from traffic. Concentration on the road is affected by your focus on your cell phone call.
4) Allow your cell phone to go to voice mail when you are in a public gathering of any kind. If the call is an emergency, then you have the right to go away from the public gathering to respond to this call especially if you are a health care professional or responder.
5) Turn your cell phones off when attending any entertainment event such as a movie, a concert, a recital, a sports event, etc. Your consideration of OTHERS is always first. Courtesy goes a long way to say: "I care about you and your right to privacy."
6) Use your cell phone for what the cell phone was intended. Making a toy out of a cell phone will cost you more in monthly expenses. Texting anothers is appropriate when you are alone rather than in the company of OTHERS. Courtesy is better than being rude and uncaring about your surroundings.
7) Being cautious about taking pictures with your cell phone especially of OTHERS who may not want to be photographed. These individuals are entitled to their privacy, and you may want to respect the "space" of OTHERS.
There are many more situations in which cell phone courtesy is appropriate. Remember that OTHERS are counting on your courtesy and positive actions. Walking around with a device on your ear, being hooked up to your cell phone by other attachments, and visually attached to the cell phone may be appropriate for the work place and in an area that is considered your informal work place. However, when OTHER people are involved, you need to practice a positive, courteous approach with your cell phone by excusing yourself to go to a private area or outside where your signal may be better.
Respecting Others Awareness Month, September, 2008, is designed to make us all aware of how we can respect and reach out to those around us without creating a negative attitude about your selfishness. Being positive brings positive results. Your positive attitude about using your cell phone effectively and efficiently will render an atmosphere of airing, sharing, caring, and bearing.
Together Everyone Achieves More when we think of OTHERS FIRST with RESPECT AND COURTESY. Your cell phone is ringing...how will you answer it?
However, with all new technologies, there is the issue of etiquette that makes the cell phone a good target. We have all witnessed the "security blanket" syndrome of the cell phone. That is why we are looking at the etiquette side of this wonderful technological invention for the the 21st century. Here are a few tips that may be appropriate to consider regarding the impact on OTHERS who may want your conversations to stay private rather than public broadcasting.
1) Use your cell phone for all obvious emergencies for yourself and for OTHERS when the need arises.
2) Make cell phone calls privately away from the general public especially if you are in a doctor's office, in line at a fast food restaurant, in the churches that you attend, in school classrooms where you are trying to learn, and in any area that is in approximate reach of OTHERS. Your telephone conversation is not the concern of OTHERS...Keep it private.
3) Avoid making cell phone calls while you are operating an automobile. If you really need to make a cell phone call, pull off to the side of the road, if possible, or to some other location that takes you away from traffic. Concentration on the road is affected by your focus on your cell phone call.
4) Allow your cell phone to go to voice mail when you are in a public gathering of any kind. If the call is an emergency, then you have the right to go away from the public gathering to respond to this call especially if you are a health care professional or responder.
5) Turn your cell phones off when attending any entertainment event such as a movie, a concert, a recital, a sports event, etc. Your consideration of OTHERS is always first. Courtesy goes a long way to say: "I care about you and your right to privacy."
6) Use your cell phone for what the cell phone was intended. Making a toy out of a cell phone will cost you more in monthly expenses. Texting anothers is appropriate when you are alone rather than in the company of OTHERS. Courtesy is better than being rude and uncaring about your surroundings.
7) Being cautious about taking pictures with your cell phone especially of OTHERS who may not want to be photographed. These individuals are entitled to their privacy, and you may want to respect the "space" of OTHERS.
There are many more situations in which cell phone courtesy is appropriate. Remember that OTHERS are counting on your courtesy and positive actions. Walking around with a device on your ear, being hooked up to your cell phone by other attachments, and visually attached to the cell phone may be appropriate for the work place and in an area that is considered your informal work place. However, when OTHER people are involved, you need to practice a positive, courteous approach with your cell phone by excusing yourself to go to a private area or outside where your signal may be better.
Respecting Others Awareness Month, September, 2008, is designed to make us all aware of how we can respect and reach out to those around us without creating a negative attitude about your selfishness. Being positive brings positive results. Your positive attitude about using your cell phone effectively and efficiently will render an atmosphere of airing, sharing, caring, and bearing.
Together Everyone Achieves More when we think of OTHERS FIRST with RESPECT AND COURTESY. Your cell phone is ringing...how will you answer it?
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