Don’t eat at your desk
“In a tight space, odors can become more apparent. Consider this when preparing your lunch or snack. It’s better to eat in the kitchen, break room or outside than at your desk,” says office etiquette expert Jacqueline Whitmore.
Don’t go to work when you’re sick
Don’t think that trying to get to the office when you’re sick will help you score points. It can be the act of spreading germs and it is also difficult for us to keep up with work when sick.
Instead, take a day or two off to recuperate. If work is really urgent, choose to work from home.
Limit personal calls in the work area and avoid being annoyed with other people’s calls
For personal calls, it’s best to avoid making and receiving them during business hours. Those calls can affect your colleagues as well as affect the quality of work.
Besides, if you work in an open office space and someone on the phone is distracting you, remember that the person probably didn’t mean to bother you. Try to understand the situation and wear headphones to make it easier to focus.
Remember to knock on the door
Imagine how you feel when you are buried in work when a colleague suddenly opens the door to your office. They may just come in to ask a few simple questions, but it can distract you and reduce your productivity significantly. It’s better to schedule appointments in advance and knock before entering anyone’s office.
Don’t let anything disturb meetings
Phones have become an inseparable part of many people’s lives. Put your cell phone away, don’t leave your phone or wallet, any other personal items lying on the table during the meeting. Placing your phone on a conference table makes it easy for people to understand that you’re not really paying attention.
Don’t be inquisitive
Don’t make yourself busy when one of your co-workers is having a personal problem. If a co-worker is suddenly absent for days, it’s a good idea to send them a note like, “Hope you’re okay. Let me know if you need help with anything” and stop there. Do not pry to find out to the top. They will let you know if they really want to share with you.
Care about who’s allergic to what
Although it is a small detail, it really shows the sophistication of each person at work. Don’t use strong fragrances or offer co-workers foods that contain ingredients they’re allergic to. We don’t want to bother others, and we don’t want someone to have to go to the hospital because of us.
Keep your desk organized
“Show off your organizational skills and professional image by keeping your desk neat and tidy throughout the workday.” —Gabrielle Pickard-Whitehead in Small Biz Trends. Here are other tips for a productive day.
Be mindful of your email recipients
Surely you are also uncomfortable when your inbox is flooded with unnecessary and irrelevant emails. Remove unnecessary people from the CC section when sending an email and send it specifically to the people involved.
Don’t monopolize the meeting room
Professionals know not to use the meeting room to make long personal phone calls or treat the meeting room as their personal room.
Show professionalism in every conversation
No matter how close you are with other colleagues and how comfortable everyone feels, remember to use clean language in your conversations. Make sure you know how to pronounce the names of colleagues and clients correctly, considering your audience before making jokes, sarcasm, or puns.
In face-to-face conversations or by phone or email, certain standards are required. Be open to listening and selectively receptive. the
Introduce yourself to the new employee
“Remember how it felt when you were new in the office. Smile at your new hire, start a short chat, and perhaps invite them to lunch with your team. If they have questions or are confused about their new workplace, help them when you can,” says etiquette expert Debby Mayne.
Keep the office refrigerator clean
Show your courtesy and professionalism from the office refrigerator. If it’s not yours, don’t eat it. If it’s your food, make sure it’s tidied up rather than spoiled in the cupboard.
Don’t make people wait for you
Try to arrive a few minutes early to start your work day or join business meetings. Whether you’re the owner or just attending the meeting, make sure there aren’t any distractions like calls, emails, texts, etc. Unless you’re giving a presentation, don’t just keep talking, don’t let the other person speak.
Notify everyone if you are late
“We can’t always be on time, it’s important to let people know you’re running late. For every minute you think you’ll be late, double that warning time in advance. If you think you’ll be 10 minutes late, email 20 minutes in advance so your coworker or client can adjust their schedule accordingly,” says etiquette expert Myka Meier.
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