Ithaca College

Tips for Proper Cell Phone Etiquette

Know when to turn your cell phone off! Turn your cell phone off during class, work, programs, dinner functions, meetings, and so on. If you are expecting an important call, inform the people around you and leave the room to take the call.

Think about how answering your phone can make others feel! Answering your phone can give the impression that those around you are less important than the person who might call you.

Be aware of how loud you are speaking! When talking on your phone in public places, speak quietly so that others cannot hear your entire conversation.

Remember who you gave your cell phone number to! When you put your cell phone number on your resume, remember that employers can call you. If you do not know who might be calling, answer the phone in a professional manner, because first impressions are the most important.

Create a professional message on your phone! Leave a professional message on your voice mail so that employers will want to leave you a message.

Be aware of your surroundings when you answer your cell phone! Remember, if others can hear your conversation, it is public knowledge. Be careful with what you say about your boss, coworkers, and professors, because you never know who might be listening.

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