Category Archives: Business Etiquette

Punctuality On the Job

An employer expects employees to be at work on time. If you are scheduled to start at 8:00 am, you should be at your position at that time or preferably a few minutes before. Many employees take the liberty of … Continue reading

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Body Piercings in the Office

Many recent college graduates will be interviewing for jobs and starting their careers this month. Many of these college graduates have body piercings considered to be in and hip amongst their generation and college friends.  However, many employers may not … Continue reading

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Forgot Your Business Cards?

You should always have your business cards with you.  But what should you do if you just received a business card and you either ran out of yours or do not have them with you? Thank the other person for … Continue reading

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How To Reply To A Toast

If you are the person being toasted, do not raise or drink from your glass. Doing so would be the same as applauding yourself or singing “For He’s A Jolly Good Fella” to yourself. After the toast has been completed, … Continue reading

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Business Golf Etiquette – Who Pays?

When participating in a business golf outing, the person who extended the invitation, (the host), picks up the tab.

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Dealing With Meeting “Chatter”

If you are in charge of a meeting and attempting to address a group while there are individual conversations taking place, simply stop speaking and wait patiently and pleasantly.  Your silence will get their attention. I use this technique frequently … Continue reading

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Office Etiquette – Personal Problems

Do not share your personal problems at the office. Leave them at the door the minute you step into the office. It is unprofessional to include your personal life in your professional life. If you have a close friend at … Continue reading

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Cell Phone Ring Tones

If your cell phone is being used in a professional setting, make sure your ring tone is professional as well.  Bell tones are always a safe choice. Co-workers and bosses may find the theme from “Star Wars” or Brittany Spears’ … Continue reading

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Office Etiquette – Losing Your Cool or Temper

Never lose your temper in a professional setting. If you are upset about something, walk away, breathe deeply and count to 10. Should you accidentally lose control, be sure to apologize later. If someone else loses control, do not confront … Continue reading

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How To Handle A Greeting When An Incorrect Name Is Used

My first name is Sandy. Occasionally, someone will greet me using an incorrect name such as Mandy or Candy. Either they incorrectly heard my name when we were initially introduced, or they were pretty close at remembering it. When someone … Continue reading

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