Etiquette in the Workplace

Workplace etiquette refers to proper behavior in the workplace, for making the environment where people work polite, respectful, pleasant place to be.

There are several ways to get a good etiquette:

WORK BEHAVIOR
 Be punctual that means you have to respect your job schedule
Learn office politics depending of the office
Appear as professional as possible(clean, neat, appropriate attire for work setting)
Be flexible
Turn off your phone or put on silent
Be sure to give credit to co-workers and those who contributed to a particular project or event.
Be willing and motivated to take on new challenge s this attitude will enhance your value in your workplace.
Watch your language avoid profanity or slang and inappropriate conversation topics

CORRESPONDENCE ETIQUETTE
Emails
Memos
Letters
You will sometimes need them to communicate with clients,supervisors and co-workers via email memos and letters

TELEPHONE ETIQUETTE
So how to use it?
some tips
Try to return your call the same time
make sure your voicemail is working properly and check it frequently
keep conversations to the points
be sure to leave your contact information if you are leaving a message for someone else
Tone and language be professional and pleasant,avoid slang
Greetings( speak into the mouthpiece with a clear voice)

COMMUNICATION WITH CO-WORKERS
listen nod and say phrases like"uh huh" to demonstrate that you are and listening.
give credits to co-workers and those who helped you with a project
be willing and motivated to take on new challenges
offers assistance
Communication with supervisors
Observe your his style and responds accordingly
keep him informed positive or negative, you want your boss to be kept in the loop
Be pro-active about collaboration with your supervisor in an effort to meet organizational goals
Do not go over  supervisor's head before addressing the issue with him/her first

SOCIAL MEDIA ETIQUETTE
Watch your language.make sure you write as if you are in a professional environment
Do not post negative or confidential information on the internet.
When you are requesting to connect with someone online, treat it the same as in real life.first impressions are important online as well.

CUBICLE ETIQUETTE
Keep workstation organized and professional
Be aware of your volume when on the the phone and avoid personal conversations
Avoid eating at your cubicle, especially food with pungent smells

DINING ETIQUETTE
The beginning
Turn off your phone
Put your napkin on your lap when you sit down
Make small talk
Be polite
Avoid alcohol
Choose your menu

The middle
Begin eating after EVERYONE has served and seated
Refer to drawing of table setting if you are unfamiliar
Keep your elbow and arms off the table
Start with the utensils furthest
Cut one piece of food at a time
If you need restroom  try to do so between courses or at the end of the meal
If someone wants you to pass something to them, do not use first it first

The end
When you are finished eating, place your fork and knife on the side of your plate, facing downwards
At the end of the meal, put your napkin back on the table to the side of your plate
Be sure to thank the host.
                                         
Daniel Teri