National Business Etiquette Week is June 7th through 13th

Written by Judy W Bell on June 7, 2010. Posted in Business Etiquette

Career success many times hinges on professional etiquette and poise. A variety of behavior and habits encompass business etiquette. This can range from handshakes to conversation style; phone etiquette to casual dress; body language to alcohol at company gatherings; office décor to water cooler gossip. This week we will look at a number of office “do’s and don’ts” in detail. To set the stage we can begin with general business etiquette guidelines.

Remember to make eye contact when being introduced or speaking to someone
Always offer a handshake
Be respectful of people’s personal space
Pay attention and use modeling (when in Rome…)
Make a note to remember someone’s name. A sure-fire method to engage your memory is to repeat the person’s name back to them in conversation.
Be genuinely interested in others
Exercise caution with alcohol
Exercise good judgment with your attire

Remember… careers can be built or destroyed on business etiquette, manners, poise, and good (or bad) judgment.