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Category Archives: Office Etiquette
Office Coffee
Unless making coffee is in a secretary’s job description, he or she is not expected to have coffee ready in the morning or any other time of the day. It is also not the job of any female employee. If … Continue reading
How to Deal With Homosexuality in the Workplace
Despite a strong movement to dissolve a bias against homosexuals in our country, many companies and individuals still remain closed minded about the topic. It is in the best interest of both heterosexuals and homosexuals to keep your personal life … Continue reading
Arrival Time for a Meeting
To ensure a meeting begins at the scheduled time, all parties should arrive 3 to 5 minutes before the scheduled time. Never arrive more than 10 minutes before the scheduled time. It may be perceived you do not have enough … Continue reading
Arriving Late for a Meeting or an Appointment
This etiquette expert would advise you to never arrive late for a meeting or an appointment. It’s not all about you. Other people have schedules too and your tardiness interrupts their schedules. You may also be perceived as being disrespectful … Continue reading
Poise & Composure
How we handle a situation or unfortunate mishap influences how we are perceived by others. When we remain calm and in control of our emotions, we are perceived as having poise and composure. These people are also perceived as having … Continue reading
First Impressions
Research indicates people form judgmental opinions of others within the first seven seconds of meeting. 55% is based on visual perception 38% is based on tone of voice 7% is based on the actual words spoken Prospective customers select people … Continue reading
Do Not Ask – Cost is a Forbidden Topic
A neighbor of mine is notorious for asking the price of everything I, and all my other neighbors, buy or do. After awhile, it has become quite annoying. Despite my comments avoiding the answer to the question and my direct … Continue reading
Office Etiquette – Standing Up
Standing when someone enters your office is a means of showing respect. In today’s business environment, both males and females should stand to greet a guest or supervisor. However, it is not necessary to stand for individuals who frequently enter … Continue reading
Applying Lipstick in Public
Applying lipstick falls under the category of personal grooming. Personal grooming is not appropriate in public places. I am frequently asked if a lady should apply lipstick at the table after a meal. This is probably the most violated or … Continue reading
Office Microwave Etiquette
If you use it, you clean it. This rule applies not only to the microwave, but to all kitchen appliances, dishes, and utensils in the office. Your mother is not at the office to clean up after you. Be responsible … Continue reading