8 Signs You’re Actually Too Polite

“Keep your answers short and to the point, they’ll ask to follow up questions if they need more information,” said Maryanne Parker, a business and social etiquette consultant in San Diego, author of Posh Overnight, and founder of Manor of Manners. 

On the other hand, giving one-word answers can be considered rude. “Answering just ‘yes’ or ‘no’ can feel curt and dismissive,” said Parker.

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