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ETIQUETTE
To some,
etiquette is a fancy word that applies to formal dinners and
concerns itself with minuscule details such as how to hold a wine
glass. It is often regarded as something you turn on and off for
special occasions. But this is not so.
Etiquette
comprises the rules governing socially acceptable behaviour
according to the norms of a society, social class or group.
Etiquette prescribes and restricts the ways in which people interact
with each other and how they show respect for others.
An
understanding and application of good etiquette is key to the
graceful management of all our daily interactions. It allows us to
keep our self-esteem in tact and can enhance our reputation. One of
the goals of etiquette is to put those around us at ease. This may
seem old-fashioned, but violations of etiquette can cause
embarrassment to yourself, hurt to others and lead to
misunderstandings in both social and business settings.
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Matters Ltd. has created
social etiquette modules based on the behavioural
norms of our society. We have also considered the importance of
etiquette in the workplace through the creation of
corporate etiquette
workshops and
international etiquette for
those exposed to other cultures and social norms different from than
their own.
We plan to create
work shops for etiquette for young children and teens and special
holiday camps will make learning good manners an enjoyable
experience.
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