<p>The British just seem like a classier bunch. Part of it is that winning accent. But it's also because English culture has long been steeped in the tradition of learning and practicing etiquette.</p><p>Here to share some of the essentials of modern etiquette that are important no matter which side of the pond you live on is William Hanson, a British etiquette expert and the author of <a href="https://amzn.to/4kyChDN"><i>Just Good Manners</i></a>. William shares the difference between manners and etiquette, and why young people are especially interested in both. He then takes us through how to introduce yourself and others, the history behind the "no elbows on the table" mantra, the rules of small talk, some overlooked guidelines for table manners, how to enter a conversational circle at a party, considerations for elevator etiquette, and much more. Whether you're dining at a fancy restaurant or just want to navigate social situations with more confidence, William's insights will help you present yourself with the panache of a proper English gentleman.</p><h2>Resources Related to the Podcast</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/etiquette/podcast-897-answers-to-the-faq-of-modern-etiquette/" target="_blank">AoM Podcast #897: Answers to the FAQ of Modern Etiquette</a></li><li><a href="https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/etiquette/podcast-422-men-manners-tipping-emojis-and-much-more/" target="_blank">AoM Podcast #422: Men & Manners — Tipping, Emojis, and Much More</a></li><li><a href="https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/etiquette/importance-good-manners/" target="_blank">AoM Article: The Importance of Good Manners</a></li><li><a href="https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/etiquette/how-to-acquire-good-manners/" target="_blank">AoM Article: How to Acquire Good Manners</a></li><li><a href="https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/etiquette/guide-dining-etiquette-table-manners/" target="_blank">AoM Article: A Man’s Guide to Dining Etiquette and Proper Table Manners</a></li><li><a href="https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/etiquette/how-to-make-introductions-like-a-gentleman/" target="_blank">AoM Article: How to Make Introductions Like a Gentleman</a></li><li><a href="https://www.artofmanliness.com/people/social-skills/how-to-make-small-talk/" target="_blank">AoM Article: How to Make Small Talk</a></li><li><a href="https://www.artofmanliness.com/skills/manly-know-how/the-complete-guide-to-giving-a-great-handshake/" target="_blank">AoM's Complete Guide to Giving a Great Handshake</a></li></ul><h2><strong>Connect With William Hanson</strong></h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.williamhanson.co.uk/" target="_blank">William's website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@williamhansonetiquette?lang=en" target="_blank">William on TikTok</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/williamhanson/?hl=en" target="_blank">William on IG</a></li></ul><img src="https://content.artofmanliness.com/uploads/2025/05/717YS3GhO1L._SL1500_.jpg" alt="Book cover for "Just Good Manners" by William Hanson, inspired by his popular Podcast #1, featuring an illustration of a man in a suit holding a teacup and saucer against a red background with gold text." />


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