What To Expect If You Enroll In Etiquette Classes | The Communication Blog

Friday, October 19, 2012

What To Expect If You Enroll In Etiquette Classes

By Tyrone Buckler


If you are an immigrant to the United States, you can sometimes find the local social norms confusing. This is normal, after all, the United States has a very unique culture. Even more confusing can be understanding the vast differences between different US cities and their own unique cultural norms, especially in Los Angeles. There are many different ways you can try to learn the local etiquette norms. You can try to pick up a general idea of the typical way to handle yourself by watching television and movies. You can people watch. You can question your local friends. Or, you could pay money to enroll in etiquette classes in Los Angeles.

Using the media as a way to understand a notice the several nuances of a culture may work. Often, television programs show a wide variety of stories, with different types of characters. Distinguishing which characters act properly and which do not takes quite a bit of time and discretion. While it is possible to understand etiquette in the US by watching television or movies, it would take a great deal of time to do so.

Another way you could possibly learn etiquette is by people observing. There are many public places in Los Angeles, and with millions of people interacting every day, you can observe their culture that way. People watching in parks, malls, or on public transportation may work, but it could be very confusing.

Finding a friend in the United States can help you learn more about social graces. What better source than a local to teach you appropriate behavior? While this may seem like a viable option, you must remember people from the United States are not always finely versed in the specific cultural rules. They may act a certain way, but not realize it is unique to the US culture.

The most complete and thorough way to understand etiquette is to enroll in a class designed to teach US culture. You may even be able to take courses taught in your native language, and most importantly, it is the instructors job to answer and understand all the questions you may have.

Through these courses you can learn about many spectrums of US culture. Topics that may be discussed include meeting new people, acceptable body language, the many rules of corporate culture, and how to treat women in America. Additionally, you can also learn about gift-giving and receiving, dining etiquette, and normal dress rules.

Living in a new country is a challenge that many people have to deal with on a daily basis. Without proper understanding of local culture and standard etiquette, you risk offending others or embarrassing yourself. If you are new to the Los Angeles area, enrolling in a local etiquette course is highly recommended.




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