In this day of modern technology let's talk about proper etiquette at the following places:

Client meetings- when meeting with a client turn off the phone not unless you're out on counter on there transaction and you need answers while they're with you- but if you're in the car, showing property -never answer your phone let them know that you return all calls but for now all my attention is with you.

Office meetings-turn off the phone and leave your PDA in your office focus all your attention on who is speaking at your meeting. If you have your PDA with you it is rude to keep checking your e-mails

E-Mail- stop sending out e-mails that have nothing to do with real estate like chain letter, prayers-etc. so please don't abuse this communication tool. Also, when sending an e-mail watch your tone so be very careful how you write your e-mails. Use spell check and be brief and to the point.

Lunch- so many of my colleague's when I'm having lunch with them take calls during lunch -I know sometime you are waiting for a certain call but excuse yourself and go outside nothing is more irritating then hearing people talk on there phones in a restaurant.