Ms Nancy, an etiquette coach, on a recent episode of The Afternoon Show, advised the youth to be confident but not forget the importance of good manners and respect.
This is in reference to the viral video of a young lady addressing the CEO of UBA Mr Tony Elumelu by his first name ‘Tony.’
The video has sparked different reactions on social media, with some people questioning why the lady addressed him by his first name, while others believe that using his first name was not necessarily disrespectful and could depend on the setting and relationship between them.
Some social media users have argued that young people should understand the importance of respecting people, especially in formal settings, while others believe that confidence should not automatically be seen as disrespect.
Speaking during the show on August 24, Ms. Nancy said, “Don’t let your confidence make you leave your manners at home.”
This simply implies that while it is good for people to believe in themselves and feel comfortable expressing their opinions, they should not allow their confidence to make them rude or disrespectful. In other words, a person can be bold and speak their mind without putting others down.
The etiquette coach mentioned that being confident is a good thing because it helps people speak up, express themselves and believe in what they can do. However, confidence should not make a person disrespectful or rude to others.
According to Ms Nancy, people can be confident and still be polite, humble and respectful when dealing with others.
Her comment is a reminder that while confidence can help people succeed, good manners should always go along with it.
She encouraged people, especially young people, to believe in themselves while treating others with respect.
The situation has started a wider conversation about the difference between confidence and disrespect. It is important for people to be confident and comfortable expressing themselves, but they should also consider the situation, the people they are speaking to and the way their words may be received.
Young people must be confident, speak up and believe in themselves, but not forget their manners. Confidence may open doors, but respect and good character can help keep those doors open.
By Maureen Naa Norley Adom
