How to Act Like a Gentleman

Quick Notes and Tips

General Fundamental Rules

A Gentleman– Says Please and Thank You– Does not belittle the beliefs of others– Always carries a handkerchief – Never allows the door to slam in someone’s

face– NEVER makes jokes about race, religion,

gender, or sexual orientation

Table Etiquette

• Leave the phone alone at the table

• Allow the lady to lift her fork before you eat

• Do not stack plates at the end of a meal

• Keep your mouth shut if it has food

• The dinner table is not the debate floor

• Pull your ladies seat out for her

• Never smoke while eating

Table Etiquette

Table Etiquette

How to Act Around Women• When walking through a crowded room, walk

slightly behind• When walking near a road, keep your

companion as far from the road as possible• OPEN THE DOOR FOR HER• Your date is more important than your phone• Try to never cancel a date• If a gentleman must cancel a date, do so in

person

How to Act Around Friends• Never get so big that you feel free to make

others feel small• Never borrow more than you can afford to pay

back• Remember Birthdays• Try to hold off the phone when with friends• Be patient with your friends, everyone has their

quirks• Always speak with frankness, sincerity, and

sympathy

In Summary

• There is a lot to etiquette and being a TG

• You can keep it simple

• The smallest things can make a big difference