Why do you stand in front of a woman on an escalator?
Why do you stand in front of a woman on an escalator? Likewise, a gentleman, be he prince, president, or preacher, should proceed ahead of his female companion when disembarking airplanes, ships, trains, etc., the logic, again, being that he will be in a position to brace her in the unfortunate event of a slip or a fall, and also that he can be in position to offer his ...
Should a woman stand up when shaking hands?
Regardless of your gender, stand up to shake hands unless it's physically awkward (like if you're sitting at a crowded table and you'd have to push other people out of the way).
What is the etiquette for a man toward a woman?
As a rule, a man holds the door for a woman; he offers his seat to a woman; he offers to carry something heavy; he walks on the side closer to traffic; he offers his umbrella; he gives more attention to his clothes and grooming in her presence; he is especially vigilant about his language; he does not pry into her ...