ML FBLA Business Etiquette - Cell Phone Etiquette

When is it appropriate to use your cell phone in a meeting or class?

• Whenever you want, as long as it's quiet

• Only when it's necessary and approved

• During breaks, but not during discussions

• Anytime you feel like it

What should you do if your cell phone rings during a meeting or formal event?

• Ignore it and keep talking

• Answer the call and speak loudly

• Silence your phone and apologize briefly

• Leave the room immediately

When texting during an event, what is the best course of action?

• Text without looking up

• Text quietly and only when absolutely necessary

• Text constantly to stay connected

• Text loudly to show you're busy

When should you use your phone to take photos or videos during an event?

• Whenever you feel like it

• Only if the event organizer has given permission

• As long as it's a fun event

• Only when you are in a public space

How should you hold your phone while in a conversation with someone in person?

• Hold it close to your face

• Keep it in your pocket and focus on the person

• Keep your phone in your hand but focus on the conversation

• Talk on speakerphone so others can hear

What is a polite response if someone else’s phone rings loudly during a conversation?

• Tell them to turn it off immediately

• Ignore it and continue talking

• Politely ask them to silence their phone

• Make a joke about it

If you're in a social setting and need to check your phone, how should you do it?

• Ignore the people around you and check your phone right away

• Check it discreetly and not for too long

• Keep checking your phone every few minutes

• Leave the group to check your phone privately

What is the proper way to handle a situation where you receive a text message during a conversation?

• Read the message and continue talking at the same time

• Ignore the text completely

• Excuse yourself from the conversation to check your phone if necessary

• Respond to the message without acknowledging the conversation

How should you respond to a call if you're in a formal or professional setting?

• Answer immediately and speak loudly

• Excuse yourself, then step away from the group to answer the call

• Answer the call in front of everyone without leaving

• Ignore the call and continue with the conversation

If you're attending a formal dinner, what should you do with your phone?

• Keep it on the table for easy access

• Keep it in your pocket or bag to avoid distractions

• Place it on the dinner plate to keep it visible

• Use it to take pictures of the food