Office Etiquette or Office Manners is about conducting yourself respectfully and courteously in the office or workplace
First impressions are important! You are the ambassador/s of the business
Always act with honesty and dignity
Chewing gum and popping bubble gum in the presence of co-workers is neither cool nor dignified
Never do it whilst attending customers
Wear appropriate office attire, for example correct footwear, not thongs (flip flops) – they are strictly casual or beachwear
No exposed midriff to display tattoos and body piercing.
Be neat, clean and as conservative as the business requires you to be
We are put off by smelly people. So, be sure to shower regularly and use a suitable deodorant
Do not cough or sneeze in anyone’s direction. Use a tissue, if possible, to contain the germs and then say “Excuse me”
The essence of good manners and etiquette is to be respectful and courteous at all times and with everybody
Therefore, treat your co-workers, cleaners, maintenance people and others with respect and courtesy
Good office etiquette is easily achieved by using common courtesy as a matter of course
Keep your interruptions of others to a minimum and always apologize if your intrusion is an interruption of a discussion, someone’s concentration or other activity
Show respect for each others wwork-space Knock before entering
Show appreciation for the slightest courtesies extended to you
Be helpful and co-operative with each other…..to be continued
Brush up on your computer skills so that you can help others