2013高三英语自学学案：阅读素材 Etiquette of a Gentleman(一)——绅士礼仪(一).docVIP

Etiquette of a Gentleman(一)——绅士礼仪(一) One only needs to take a quick glance around to notice that thhere are very few true gentleman remaining among us. In times past, a gentleman was much appreciated and being gentlemanly was a noble thing. Alas, things have changed in today’s society; some for the better and some for the worse. One thing that particularly irks me is the lack of good taste and etiquette most guys are guilty of at the turn of this new millennium. I’m not saying that man should act like robots and be slaves to etiquette, but some basic good manners will go a long way in helping you during your asent to the top. What I’ve done is compile a quick list of tips that will help turn even the blundering fool into a proper gentleman. Follow these simple tips and I can assure you that people will perceive you as a man of good breeding and taste, hence a man they wish to associate and conduct business with. Not to mention the fact that the ladies are always quite pleased to meet a real gentleman. General Etiquette ALWAYS BE POLITE Even if you don’t like someone, there is no need to lower yourself to their level. Be polite and courteous; show that you’re the better man. DO NOT CURSE Swearing is a big no-no. It shows that you don’t have the vocabulary to express your thoughts appropriately. Furthermore, it is always very crude and impolite to be vulgar. DO NOT SPEAK LOUDLY When you speak loudly, it raises the stress level among company. It always implied that you can’t reason with people and rely on “brute force” to get your point across. It also draws attention—negative attention. DO NOT LOSE YOUR TEMPER When you lose your temper, you are showing everyone that you can’t control your emotions. If you can’t even control yourself, then how can you possibly control anything else? Keep you cool at all times (it won’t be easy but it is worth the effort) and people will take positive note of your level-headedness. DO NOT STARE Ogling someone