https://hbr.org/2014/04/behave-yourself
Key Takeaways on Workplace Etiquette
- good relationships reduce social friction and enhance professional success
- Good business etiquette revolves around being considerate, respectful, and honest, grounded in common sense rather than rigid rules.
- Address issues like loud coworkers or smelly lunches tactfully, maintaining respect and professionalism.
- Standing or other gestures of respect in professional settings should consider rank, age, and context, rather than focusing solely on gender.
- While manners guide courtesy, etiquette applies rules to specific situations, eg email decorum.
- Etiquette helps redefine boundaries in a chaotic work environment, ensuring civility, personal dignity, and mental well-being.
Employability talk and review of CV
- importance of handshake
- graduate attributes
- thriving individual
- engaged learner
- collaborative professional
- active citizen