Today's Topic: You were invited but you smart phone was not.
"How do you do? Thank you for the follow, it's nice to tweet you." When is the last time you saw these polite exchanges among the twitterati? They are out there and these "tweeters" are probably those who needn't read this Tweetiquette Tip on how to enjoy a party sans le cell phone.
There are four possible ways to party with actual old school style face-time:
1. The easiest is this one, just don't invite people who use their phone as a make shift life support machine. We all know who these people are and they cannot leave their phones alone for even a minutes. Rather than risk a run in or a rude guest, just don't invite them.
2. When guests arrive, have a basket for keys and phones. You could use a fun sign that implores people to Carpe Diem instead of Record Diem. Or, let them know that for their protection, you have asked all twitterati and paparazzi to leave recording devices in the off position.
3. Greet each guest with the following statement, "I'm so glad you could come for our electronics free party." Guests might not completely get it, but you have set the tone in a fun way. Remember, you set the tone and if you are giving your undivided attention to them, they will not have time to do anything but reciprocate.
4. Take photos of everyone and promise to post them later so that people are free to enjoy the party. Sometimes guests just want to make sure they record a memory. Let them know that you will do that task for them so they can relax and enjoy themselves.
What are you fun ways to engage guests in the moment and entice them to leave their phones off?
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