Workplace Etiquette Manners

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The key takeaways are that etiquette refers to socially acceptable behaviors and manners. It establishes rules for conduct to avoid conflicts and tensions in the workplace. Etiquette distinguishes humans from animals and is important for effective communication and productivity.

Some etiquette basics to follow include exhibiting a positive attitude, using a firm handshake, maintaining eye contact, appropriate introductions using titles and last names, rising when introducing oneself, being a good listener, showing respect for others, monitoring conversation volume and keeping conversations professional.

Etiquette is important in the workplace to avoid negative confrontation, politics, increase effective communication, be organized, avoid tensions and conflicts, increase employee satisfaction and productivity, and make the workplace stress-free.

WORKPLACE ETIQUETTE &

MANNERS
Definition of Etiquette
 Etiquette - rules governing socially
acceptable behavior.
 The practices and forms prescribed by
social convention or by authority.
 The word “Etiquette” is derived from
French which actually means “ Ticket".
your ticket to getting anything & any place
you want.
 It is defined as a good behavior which
distinguishes human beings from Animals
The why’s of Etiquette?
 To avoid negative confrontation
 To avoid politics, i.e., in the office or work
place
 To communicate effectively with an
opposing opinion of another person(s).
 To be organized and in a uniformed way.
 Avoid work-place tension / Conflicts
 To avoid employee stress
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 Avoid misunderstandings
 Employee job satisfaction
 Increase productivity
 Get the job done
 To make the workplace a
happy, stress-free place
Etiquette Basics
Behavior:
•Exhibit a positive attitude and pleasant demeanor

•Use a firm handshake

•Maintain good eye contact

•Appropriate introductions – introduce someone by their


title and last name (Ms. Mrs. Mr. Dr. ), unless otherwise
specified

•Rise when you are introducing someone or you are being


introduced

•Be a good Listener & Soft spoken.

•Show common respect and consideration for others


Sensory reminders of how to get
along in the workplace
 Monitor the volume of conversations
 Keep personal telephone conversations and
emails to a minimum
 Maintain privacy - keep all workplace
conversations professional
 Avoid interruptions
 Use appropriate tone
of Voice
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 Remove slang terms and
use good listening skills
 Do Not Gossip !!!!!!
 Keep your personal
workspace clean and neat
at all times
 Cell phone – Turn it on
Silent or Vibration mode

• Find out what the organization values, philosophy of


conducting Business , work ethic etc .
Making a positive impression –
• Arrive on time
• Remember your manners
• Be ready to learn , adapt & change
• Exercise professional maturity by showing good
judgment & build good relationship
• Show a healthy respect for your colleague’s
experience & expertise
• Do not laugh at others weakness
• Respond properly to your co-workers, supervisor
& clients.
• Proper posture is important.
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 “PLEASE & THANK YOU” use it often
 Willingness to help
 Mutual respect & Punctuality
 Teamwork
 Show appreciation & give credits for jobs well
done
 Treat everyone equally
 Try not to step on anyone’s toes, or hurt
anyone’s feelings
 Be Kind, Be Courteous, Be Respectful
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 Keep in mind that others work around you

 Remember cubical conversations and calls can


be heard by others.
 Do not smoke or drink at your work place
 Do not Spit
 Do not use your cell phone when you are
in business meeting.
Thank you

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