Have You Gone Too Far?

The members at a latest board meeting had agreed to utilize a speaker phone to accommodate a key member who dialed in on his cell phone

. In the middle of a discussion, everyone heard what sounded like a toilet flush. The chairperson asked, Was that a toilet we just heard flushing? The absent members response: No, it was just a passing car. Hmmm...

At a conference I attended, I saw a panel member sitting on the dais wearing his bluetooth cell phone . . . on stage!! Again, hmmmmm. How could this type of behavior be respectful to others?

Individuals who refuse to occasionally lay down their tools (cell phones, PDAs, Blackberries and Bluetooth) have to see themselves as in demand and with it. Theyre so important; they must be handling multiple tasks at once and never out of touch.

That might be so. But higher up on the values chain are respecting and valuing the individuals around you. Remember how President Bill Clinton made people feel? In his presence, they felt like they were the only ones in the room. Imagine this charismatic man having a meaningful conversation with somebody holding a PDA or having a Bluetooth strapped to his ear. I dont think so!!

Please pay attention to these guidelines for the courteous use of your PDAs, cell phones, and Bluetooth.

When at a group event or meeting (and most certainly if you are at the head table) turn off your equipment. Be fully present to the purpose and the individuals in the meeting.

If you definitely have to take an urgent call you're expecting, here are your choices:

-Do not attend the meeting in the very first place (most preferred choice.)

-Leave your cell phone with the receptionist who would call you out of the meeting when your call comes in.

-Turn your phone on vibrate and excuse yourself from the room to talk. (This is nevertheless distracting, but it accommodates the urgent need to keep in contact.)

If your cell phone rings because you didn't remember to turn it off, say sorry and turn it off immediately.

If you are worried that you may be missing something important, excuse yourself from the convo and go elsewhere to check your calls. (But not in the cubicle of a rest room with the toilet flushing. Powder areas of restrooms or quiet hallways could be suitable.)

In one on one dialogues, keep in mind to "dance with the one that brung you!" That means your present conversation takes precedence over all others. Honor that person by being attentive and completely present, as if you were President Clinton.

by: Margaret Page

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