Cussing, Swearing & Cursing: A Tip in Business Etiquette for Professionalism
Cussing, Swearing & Cursing…It’s all the same thing! And guess what? It is NOT COOL…at any age…ESPECIALLY IN BUSINESS!
I have to come right out and say it: It is a disgusting example for non-Christians and Christians alike. When people hear you cuss, their nice feelings they may have had for you, are deflated! As a business person, this is catastrophic! As a salesperson, image is a huge asset, but it can be a hindrance as well.
It is a difficult and somewhat tender issue to deal with. However, in business, it is absolutely essential to get this part right. Many people think this is a frivolous topic and are somewhat offended at the fact that their cussing is not seen in a positive light. That is because it is a personal struggle/issue we have to deal with on our own.
If a person cusses, often times they are somewhat proud of it, even if in private, that they sound tough or cool. They identify themselves as someone who cusses, and just hang it up that it’s just the way they are. Taming the tongue is one of the toughest struggles to deal with in our lives.
We are all grown up enough to deal with this issue in an intelligent manner. So, here goes…
First of all, what’s up with all the cussing? Do you know where cussing comes from? If you did, you wouldn’t utter it at any point, especially in a public setting. Cursing comes from the devil. It is demon language…for real. Well, if that doesn’t give a chill up and down your spine every time you hear a friend say a cuss word, nothing will. That is how demons communicate. You stir them up and have a dialogue with them when you cuss. People, figure it out. It is so ugly.
The other word for cussing or swearing is Cursing. We take this way too lightly. It’s called this for a reason. You are cursing things…your self, your car, your sister or brother, your mother or father, your animals, your garden, your bankbook, your business partner, your business…whatever it is that you are fussing about. Is that smart? NO. Why cause yourself more problems in your life than what is already in it? You are making it worse.
When Kenney and I meet someone, in a business setting (or just a friendly encounter at a store), our view of that person’s business decreases with each passing cuss word. Usually, people who curse are negative and angry with destructive self-talk. The success in their business will be reflected in fact. It is difficult to be successful with a negative vision.
Also, just because someone you are dealing with swears or cusses, this does not mean that it is acceptable for you. Be the bigger person and be more eloquent in your speech.
We are not saying that we haven’t uttered a few choice words in our day, but we refrain from this anymore.
Once you learn something, you are held accountable for it. Now you know, so take heed and stop the ugliness. Improve your ‘customer service’ and professionalism!
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I hope you enjoyed today’s installment of Christian FirePower! Until next time…
Be On Fire For Jesus,
Kimberly Edwards 
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