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Workplace Etiquette Tips | The Dos and Don'ts at Work
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etiquette is important when working in
an office or other professional setting
how you portray yourself and interact
with others around you whether
co-workers supervisors or direct reports
says a lot about who you are as a person
and a team member
and can have a big impact on your career path
path
the don'ts of workplace etiquette
let's face it there are some activities
and habits that you should never bring
into a professional setting
this can have a significant negative
influence on your career however basic
business etiquette does not come as
naturally to many people as you might imagine
imagine
the following are some of the most
important office do's and don'ts
one do not reply all to a sequence of
emails when responding to an email
understand the differences and the
consequences between hitting reply and
reply all
consider whether or not all of the
recipients of the initial email should
be included in your response
furthermore by replying all
you risk being embarrassed as your
entire business learns details that were
supposed to be communicated with only
one or two people
always do your part to keep emails and
other correspondences nice and
professional when in doubt
treat your emails as professional
communication in general and make sure
the material you send is appropriate for
the time place and persons involved
two don't talk about personal matters at
your desk
if you need to conduct a private or
personal phone discussion while at work
avoid doing it at your desk where others
can hear you
for phone calls many organizations have
conference rooms otherwise it could be a
good idea to go outside
having a personal chat at your desk
might be distracting to your co-workers
and can lead to gossip about you being
someone who can't leave their personal
life at home
which isn't ideal for your professional image
image
three keep your emotions out of the
office when you get to work it's better
to leave your personal feelings at the door
door
your cubicle neighbor isn't interested
in hearing about your weekend drama
it's generally a better idea to take
some personal time to manage your
feelings if you can't focus on your work
because something has happened
alternatively if something at work is
troubling you contact human resources or
your supervisor to remedy the problem so
it does not interfere with your work
for do not be afraid to ask questions
asking questions no matter how
ridiculous they may seem will help you
clarify expectations and prevent
completing a whole job incorrectly just
to discover you are completely wrong
overconfidence is bad enough but it's
even worse when it's not backed up by
experience or competence
so go ahead and ask your questions and
pay attention to the answers
five don't talk bad about your
co-workers or your employer
one of the cardinal sins of an office
job is gossiping just don't do it
if you're tempted to gossip about your
employer a co-worker or the organization
as a whole remember that you're only
harming yourself
gossiping can make you appear
untrustworthy or uncooperative neither
of which will help you achieve your work objectives
objectives
it can also be extremely destructive if
the gossip reaches the intended recipient
recipient
6. in work emails avoid using emoticons
or multiple exclamation points if applicable
applicable
disclaimer the specifics of this piece
of advice will vary depending on your employer
employer
some organizations allow emoticons in
casual communication while others insist
on a certain level of formality at all times
times
whatever you do be aware and deliberate
in your communications
work emails don't have to be solemn all
of the time but you should keep a
professional demeanor so that others
perceive you as the knowledgeable expert
that you are if in doubt communicate
properly in your office emails no matter
how relaxed your supervisors appear
you'll have a better sense of what is
considered proper at your workplace
after some time on the job
seven don't argue with your supervisor
or manager
this piece of advice should probably go
without saying but it's nonetheless crucial
crucial
even if the age gap between you and your
supervisor is small you should never
speak back to them
always respect your supervisor and
refrain from being sarcastic or glib
this isn't to imply that you can't
disagree with them on certain areas of
the job a project or the company's strategy
strategy
if you have any thoughts or concerns you
should always feel free to express them
but how you go about it counts
hopefully you will have the opportunity
to advance your career at some point
you'll want your boss on your side to
assist you in getting there
eight remember that you're still at work
when you go to work social events
company outings are a fantastic way to
mingle with your co-workers and learn
more about them outside of their
nine-to-five personalities
but it's vital to remember that while
you should be yourself you're still in a
workplace with co-workers with whom
you'll be working tomorrow
if alcohol is being served be especially
careful not to overdo it
the next day everyone will know why you
called in sick
nine don't be afraid to take risks but
don't go too far
you'll often find yourself treading a
tight line in the office when it comes
to how you present yourself
you want to appear respectable but not
stuffy you want to appear confident but
not arrogant you want to convey your
thoughts but they must be g-rated
it will take some trial and error on
your part to master the balance but it
is an important one to master
10. remember to bring an umbrella
this may seem silly but it's critical to
be prepared for all of life's annoyances
including those at work
it's not fun to sit in wet clothes all day
day
it's not fun to walk around with a
coffee stained shirt because your coffee
top popped off
it's not fun to talk to someone with
spinach stuck between your teeth from lunch
lunch
it's a good idea to keep an umbrella
extra pair of shoes tooth floss and even
a change of clothing in your desk or
trunk in case of an emergency
workplace etiquette things that you
should do
one get there early
new employees are frequently offered the
following advice you should arrive at
work before your employer in state until
he or she leaves
in a world where tardiness is typical
you will be remembered for answering the
phone at 801 am
especially in major cities where traffic
can cause all kinds of headaches
if you constantly arrive 15 minutes
after everyone else you will be
recognized as well just not in the way
you desire
two make an effort to network with
people outside of your office
of course you must do your assignment on
schedule and to a high standard
but it's also crucial to remember that
one of the benefits of working for a
firm you like is meeting other
individuals who share your interests and
can offer advice based on their own experiences
experiences
that's why especially when you're just
starting out it's critical to take
advantage of networking possibilities
getting coffee or lunch with your
employees going to happy hour or other
corporate events and simply being
available can go a long way
three always be willing to assist a co-worker
co-worker
if a co-worker approaches you for
assistance with an assignment you should
normally say yes as long as you believe
you can help them while still meeting
your own deadlines
this is your chance to shine and
demonstrate your own knowledge and abilities
abilities
it's also an opportunity to make new
acquaintances and enlist their help in
the future you never know when it will
come in handy
four bring in some treats
who doesn't enjoy eating
baking cookies brownies or other treats
for your co-workers if you have spare
time one night may be a kind gesture
especially if you're celebrating a great
win or going through a hard moment
if you do decide to bring in goodies
make sure you know ahead of time if any
of your employees have allergies or
dietary limitations such as gluten intolerance
intolerance
bringing something in that everyone can
enjoy will only add to the significance
of the gesture
5. make sure you have a personal email address
address
it's not unusual to have to connect with
employees after hours or on weekends
while many companies allow employees to
access business email from home others
do not
it's critical to have a professional
email account in these situations in
case you need to send an email to a
co-worker or your supervisor
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sex sees the opportunity to complete a
new assignment
it's reasonable to be apprehensive if
your boss superior or co-workers ask you
to work on a task you've never done before
before
but that's no excuse to say no to the job
job
accepting new tasks broadens your skill
set and may lead to intriguing future chances
chances
they probably chose you because they
believe in your ability
simply ask questions seek guidance and
double check that you're on the right
road before getting too caught up in the task
task
seven be adaptable
you may be asked to participate in a
project or initiative that requires you
to be adaptable at times
you may be required to work longer or
shorter hours than normal
you may be required to perform
activities or tasks that you do not
necessarily wish to perform or for which
you were not employed
you might be requested to work a holiday
at some point either to cover someone
else's shift or to see a project through
to completion
while working a holiday weekend or doing
someone else's job is never fun being
willing to roll with the punches shows
that you appreciate the company and your career
career
which will only benefit you in the long term
term
eight dress professionally for the office
office
what defines appropriate will vary
depending on your company's culture
however dressing to impress is always a
smart idea particularly when you're
starting a new job
even if your workplace doesn't have a
strict dress code keep crop tops
flip-flops and see-through shirts for
the weekend no one will take you
seriously if you don't
9 double check that your earbuds are
firmly connected to your computer
have you ever made the mistake of
listening to music or watching a video
on your laptop while out in public
only to discover that your headphones
were not plugged in and that everyone
could hear you
what an embarrassment
take it from me at work it's much more embarrassing
embarrassing
your employees aren't interested in
hearing lyrics from your 2 chainz
pandora station
10 keep an open mind
you should try to keep an open mind
whether you take on new tasks form new
relationships or advance in your profession
profession
nothing is certain so being adaptable
and willing to adjust will only benefit
you in the long term finally
finally
11. make an effort to smile
having a positive attitude about your
employment will have a big impact on
your job performance
at work being cheerful friendly and
approachable can help you advance your career
career
never underestimate the impact of a
simple grin
it's quite acceptable to make mistakes
it's natural to be scared while starting
your first job after graduating or
changing careers to an entirely other
firm or field
it's also crucial to realize that
mistakes are inevitable no one is flawless
flawless
your co-workers will notice if you are
continually growing and learning from
your mistakes as well as making an
attempt to avoid making the same mistake
in the future
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