How to Be Considerate on Public Transport
If the call is casual (i.e., If the call is urgent, speak in a soft tone.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: If the call is casual (i.e.
a friend asking how you're doing), politely ask them to call back at a later time.
They can wait until you're not in close proximity with others! , If you can, move seats.
If there are seats free, of course, move from the rest of the people.
If not, try speaking very quietly and directly into the microphone.
Keep the conversation brief.
Say things quickly and keep everything relevant.
If the conversation becomes casual, ask them to call you back later politely. -
Step 2: If the call is urgent
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Step 3: speak in a soft tone.
Detailed Guide
a friend asking how you're doing), politely ask them to call back at a later time.
They can wait until you're not in close proximity with others! , If you can, move seats.
If there are seats free, of course, move from the rest of the people.
If not, try speaking very quietly and directly into the microphone.
Keep the conversation brief.
Say things quickly and keep everything relevant.
If the conversation becomes casual, ask them to call you back later politely.
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