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Category Archives: Business Etiquette
Respect All Co-Workers
A job title or rank in the company hierarchy does not determine the worth of a human being. Treat all employees of a company with respect and professionalism. I once worked in the buying offices of a major retail store. … Continue reading
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Handwritten vs. Typed Notes
Thank you notes and condolence notes should always be handwritten. Whether or not you write other types of correspondence by hand is a matter of personal preference. For some, the quality of their penmanship dictates how they will write their … Continue reading
How To Write a Thank You Note for a Group Gift
It is not uncommon for businesses or departments within a business to send a group gift for special occasions. If you receive a gift from a group of people, it is proper etiquette to send a thank you note. If … Continue reading
Chinese Introductions
The world’s eyes are on China during the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics, so I thought it would be interesting to offer some Chinese etiquette tips during the next two weeks in case your travels may take you there. When you … Continue reading
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Replying To An E-mail
When replying to an e-mail, include the original message along with any additional correspondence so the person receiving it can easily reference past communication on that particular topic. If you are changing the topic of the e-mail, then start a … Continue reading
Thank You Notes: Electronic vs. Handwritten
I am frequently asked when a handwritten thank you note should be sent vs. an e-mail thank you note. My answer is very simple, always. If someone has taken time to go out of their way to do something special … Continue reading
Interview Skills – Keep Positive
Unfortunately, most people have left a job because of a negative experience at that place of employment. No matter what happened, leave it there and move on. When interviewing for a new position, never speak negatively about your former employer. … Continue reading
Entering and Exiting Doors
If you are about to enter through the doorway of a building, room, office, elevator, or commuter train and there is someone on the other side of that doorway, let the person or people on the inside exit before you … Continue reading
E-mails May Not Be For Your Eyes Only
I have heard so many horror stories about private e-mail messages that have been sent where they shouldn’t have gone. There’s the e-mail that gives a full recollection of last night’s romantic date. Or perhaps there’s the message about what … Continue reading
Wasting Company Time – Office Etiquette
Time is money. When you’re at the office, time belongs to the company so it will be productive and prosperous. In the end, both the company and employee will benefit. Do not waste time by hanging out at the water … Continue reading