Take what I say about this with a grain of salt, because I've never been what you'd call successful, socially.
I suppose it depends on what you're having trouble with. I have a lot of trouble with some social stuff, like eye contact, making the right facial expression, and detecting when the person I'm talking to is bored with a subject. I also tend to say things impulsively. I'm a bit strange, and I can't rely on first impressions very much. That said, I've found things online that explain some of the things I have trouble with, like eye contact, in a way that makes more sense to me. If there's anything in particular that you think is a problem for you, I can try to find resources, if you like.
One of the most important things, I think, is to be able to apologise and admit when you're wrong (or when somebody is hurt/offended, EVEN IF you don't think what you said was wrong). It might not get you a job, but it's helped me a lot with friendships and other relationships, including professional relationships. Remember that being right isn't always the most important thing. There are things that are important to take a stand on, but you have to pick your battles. It's something I have trouble with, sometimes.
What would you do to learn better etiquette?
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Take what I say about this with a grain of salt, because I've never been what you'd call successful, socially.
I suppose it depends on what you're having trouble with. I have a lot of trouble with some social stuff, like eye contact, making the right facial expression, and detecting when the person I'm talking to is bored with a subject. I also tend to say things impulsively. I'm a bit strange, and I can't rely on first impressions very much. That said, I've found things online that explain some of the things I have trouble with, like eye contact, in a way that makes more sense to me. If there's anything in particular that you think is a problem for you, I can try to find resources, if you like.
One of the most important things, I think, is to be able to apologise and admit when you're wrong (or when somebody is hurt/offended, EVEN IF you don't think what you said was wrong). It might not get you a job, but it's helped me a lot with friendships and other relationships, including professional relationships. Remember that being right isn't always the most important thing. There are things that are important to take a stand on, but you have to pick your battles. It's something I have trouble with, sometimes.