Rules are not meant to be broken! Whether they are government regularized rules or business etiquette rules. Though business etiquette rules may seem like a common thing, as they say, common sense is not so common. You may not even realize how many times you have belittled business etiquette rules without even noticing.
Professional demeanor may not be the first thing that determines your selection, but it does hold prevalence post your selection. The more you pay heed to business etiquettes, the better your chances of progressions and career growth become!
Considering the gravity of these business etiquette rules, this blog highlights the 10 pivotal business etiquette that you must adhere to!
Delve in now.
10 PIVOTAL BUSINESS ETIQUETTE RULES
1.GREET PEOPLE
Whosoever you come in contact with at the workplace, greet them with a smirk or a nod. A simple “Good Morning,” “Good Afternoon,” or “Hi, how are you” suffice the need to establish your substantial rapport.
Additionally, supplementing the conversation with open-ended questions, complementing their attire, or remarking on the ambiance can make them remember you as a more ebullient and pleasant personality! However, be considerate not to bother anyone who is in no mood for a conversation.
2.HANDSHAKE AND EYE CONTACT ARE PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
A firm handshake is the universal professional standard of any workplace. It highlights the confidence, integrity, and veracity in your disposition. Over the top, eye contact strengthens your mien and serves the purpose. A handshake without eye contact gives the impression of a lack of confidence.
Usually, it’s the person with the higher authority who offers the handshake first. In case, they don’t, you can surely offer yours!
3.” PLEASE” AND “THANK YOU” ARE A MUST!
It goes without saying that these courteous phrases are pivotal to set the tone of professionalism. Showing gratitude for the little help that you received from your colleague is an appreciative candor that you must display.
Moreover, there is no harm in accepting your mistakes and saying short sweet “Sorry.” Eradicating any chances of grudges strikes off the minute issues right away!
4.ALWAYS INTRODUCE OTHERS!
Who would want to stand in an assemblage where no one knows them or their purpose of standing there? No one, isn’t it? It feels awkward and uncomfortable!
Just so if you encounter a person and indulge in a conversation, while you were already with another colleague- the simplest thing is to introduce them to one another. In that way, no one finds themselves in an uncomfortable position.
5.POLITE CONVERSATIONS
If you are having a face-to-face meeting, virtual video call, or a simple phone call- the conversation should be polite and professional. That’s how it goes!
In a professional arena, rude, offensive, slang language (which may be acceptable in social life) is considered highly derogatory. Therefore, be polite, succinct and choose your words prudently at the workplace.
6.NEVER INTERRUPT!
Cutting the talk in between or interrupting anyone while they are unleashing their viewpoints are bad manners. One must totally avoid it at the workplace.
Of course, you may have your own opinion or may not agree with what other person has to say- but interfering with them is an infringement that no one likes! Put yourself in their shoes and think how it would feel when someone’s cut-talks you in between, not good, huh?
7.ATTIRE YOURSELF PROFESSIONALLY
Workplace calls for some sort of professional mien. Though the dress codes have become more relaxed in the current years, that doesn’t give you the potential to show up in sweatpants, or flip flops.
The way you look says a lot about you and your personality. Holding that high, it is imperative to wrap yourself in professional clothes that make you appear vivacious and enthusiastic.
8.HYGIENE IS VITAL!
No, the professionalism doesn’t end with your attire. Hygiene is equally significant and you must be scrupulous about that! Some of these things comprise combed hair, trim beard, good body fragrance, clean fingernails, and more of those things!
They may not be mammoth things, but they do matter. No one wants to accompany a person who smells bad or looks unhygienic in their manner and appearance.
9.PUNCTUALITY IS OF PRIMAL IMPORTANCE
Coming to the office or a scheduled meeting, showing up on time is pivotal. Time is precious and valuable for everyone. It doesn’t matter what authority you hold, everyone is busy and piled up with work- being impunctual shows your lack of importance for others’ time. That’s disrespectful.
10.KEEP YOUR PHONE ASIDE!
In the middle of your meeting, the buzzing phone can be irksome and cause petulance. Ensure your phones are on silent and kept aside as and when you enter a meeting room.
It’s true we are phone addicts, but the meetings are held for some vital deliberations and brainstorming ideas, which calls for everyone’s undivided attention.
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