Workplace Behavior
Defined by body odor, unbrushed teeth, dirty clothing, and unkempt or unwashed hair, this phrase describes a glaring lack of self-care
What is poor personal hygiene?
Nancy's pet peeve when it comes to text messages, teams messages or emails
What is not acknowledging them?
This phrase describes the act of owning your mistakes, which should be immediately followed by steps to fix the problem.
What is taking responsibility?
Because these lack vocal inflection and visual cues, clarity and being aware of your tone are vital.
What are emails?
The three golden rules of office kitchen etiquette
What is cleaning up after yourself, not microwaving smelly foods and not eating other people's food
Before opening your mouth, this acronym asks you to pause and consider if your words are True, Helpful, Inspiring, Necessary, and Kind.
What is T-H-I-N-K before you speak?
When given constructive feedback, take these steps to ensure professional growth and maintain a positive relationship.
What are listen, stay calm, ask clarifying questions and try to improve
When a mistake is made, these four sequential actions should be taken immediately to maintain trust and resolve the issue.
What are own it, apologize, fix it, and learn from it?
When having a phone conversation in public, you should do these three things to respect the personal space of people around you.
What are use headphones, speak softly, and step away from crowds?
Not talking loudly in shared office areas is an example of this specific type of professional conduct.
What is considerate behavior?
To align with standard professional etiquette and ensure it sits directly in a person's natural line of sight during a handshake, this is where a nametag should be worn.
What is the right side of your shirt or jacket?
When a disagreement arises in a group discussion, you should do these two things to ensure all viewpoints are heard and valued without causing conflict.
What are express your opinion and respectfully listen to other's opinions
To follow standard professional etiquette, this is the specific hand extended when shaking another person's hand.
What is the right hand?
Sending an email with no clear message or point is a prime example of this type of unprofessional behavior.
What is poor email etiquette?
To accommodate coworkers with chemical sensitivities or allergies, many modern office policies ask employees to be mindful of these six specific scented items.
What are perfume, cologne, lotion, laundry products, candles, and air fresheners?
This situation involves a locked door, a missing colleague, and a desire to see a gift inside.
What is breaking and entering
Using profanity, slurs, or highly offensive jokes is classified as this type of prohibited workplace behavior.
What is inappropriate language?
When you are consistently on time to work or a meeting, this is the abstract reward you earn and get in return from your colleagues and managers.
What is trust and respect?
You should refrain from eating, drinking, or chewing gum while doing this specific business activity to ensure your voice remains clear and audible.
What is talking on the phone?
What is giving a presentation?
When elevator doors open, these are the first people who should move to ensure an orderly flow of traffic.
Who are the people exiting the elevator?
This is a common complaint regarding company restrooms, representing a massive breach of acoustic privacy for both the coworker and the person on the other end of the line.
What is talking on the phone while in the stall?
According to standard professional etiquette, you should strictly avoid discussing these five sensitive subjects in common office areas.
What are death, gossip, personal issues, religious debates, and politics?
Stating your name, offering a firm handshake, making eye contact, and sharing a brief detail about your role are considered the key components of doing this.
What is introducing yourself to others?
When drafting a professional email, you should always ensure you use these three essential elements to maintain a respectful and readable tone.
What are appropriate language, correct spelling and grammar, and not using ALL CAPS?
When receiving professional feedback or collaborating with a team, you must check your ego and remember this five-word phrase about yourself.
What is "It's not all about you"?