Manners that will make your Mama proud.
We consider small talk a big deal.
Around here, even business transactions arentallbusiness.
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We reply to invitations in a timely manner.
We’re quick to offer sincere compliments and show gratitude.
Social interactions are opportunities to build others up and make them feel good about themselves.
We’re eager to celebrate other people’s achievements and quick to offer encouragement when the chips are down.
We have a friendly demeanor.
We put our buggies back.
A free-range buggy is at best inconsiderate and at worst a car-dinging machine.
Shooting people dirty looks wont win you any points for graciousness.
We don’t offer advice unless it’s solicited.
Etiquette goes beyond the words we speak, anda tip is a tangible expression of gratitude.
We ask how you’re doing and listen to the answer.
One of the hallmark character traits of polite people is that they listen more than the talk.
They’re quick to ask questions, attentive to the responses, and never interrupt.
Rather than constantly turning conversations back to themselves, they are eager to give other people the floor.
“When are you having kids?”
“Who does your Botox?”
Most importantly, we are gracious even when inconvenienced.
A little empathy goes a long way.
