6 Workplace Etiquette Tips for Office Professionalism Ten years ago, one of my most requested seminars was Workplace Etiquette and Office Professionalism. Then, only a few calls trickled in for that session until recently again. Just this month, I’ve had two requests for this session. Why is that? First, clearly, we live in a world of upheaval, incivility and disrespect. Secondly, I… Read More
Timeless Etiquette Skills to Use Now Etiquette skills are timeless, whether in business or social settings. No doubt you’ve heard these three words refresh, re-set and renew multiple times since the New Year began. So, let me share some ways you can apply those 3 words to your social and business etiquette skills. Why? Because a little self-assessment is always a… Read More
How to Connect with Coworkers During the Pandemic As weeks drag into months of remote working, how do you connect with coworkers you’re missing during the pandemic? Connecting with Coworkers During a Pandemic Millions of people now work from home. What do they miss the most? From those I’ve interviewed, it’s their coworkers. They miss the random coffee pot conversations. The bursts of… Read More
Professionalism for Working Remotely with Coworkers Good communication with coworkers is normally a part of good business etiquette in offices everywhere. But, around the world, a significant number of professionals have been forced to work from home because of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. So, the question is…How do you maintain professionalism with coworkers while working remotely? Even though working from home… Read More
Etiquette Tips For The Christmas Holidays It’s that festive time of year when the Christmas holidays are just around the corner. Here are 7 etiquette tips for the Christmas holidays that will show you have great manners and make it more fun to fa-la-la-la-la with coworkers, family and friends. Learn the importance of the RSVP. When kind folks invite you to… Read More
Etiquette Do’s and Don’ts for Men in the Office Etiquette do’s and don’ts for men in the office can sometimes be confusing, especially for new hires. And, the confusion especially refers to how to engage appropriately with women in an office environment. In this post, I share some specific business etiquette do’s and don’ts for men in the office. This awareness can prevent unintentional… Read More
Business Etiquette for a Modern Workplace “Business Etiquette for a Modern Workplace” is a topic I was recently interviewed on by PC Executive Services, Inc. Questions ranged from how to show appreciation to your employer to work texts and cell phone usage with coworkers. While employees in every industry will benefit from this information, PC Executive Services is especially reaching out… Read More
Show Appreciation at Work Thank you notes are not dead. Sure, we write them (or should write them!) to show our appreciation for wedding, graduation and birthday gifts. But, at work? Yes, coworkers like to be appreciated as well. In my popular Workplace Etiquette – Office Professionalism workshop, I share courtesy tips on how to be a “Difference Maker”… Read More
Holiday Gift Giving Etiquette For The Workplace To give, or not to give in the workplace: That is the question. Just one of the questions, actually, since the whole area of holiday gift giving in the workplace can be tricky. Before you make your list (and check it twice) consider these five common gift-giving dilemmas, with expert advice on how to handle them… Read More
6 Ways to “Show a Little Love” in the Workplace…without flirting with your coworkers Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. Perhaps you’re thinking of ordering flowers, picking up chocolates, or browsing the card aisle for that special someone in your life. While it’s certainly fine to “share the love” with those you love, don’t forget the workplace. No, I don’t mean buying multiples of flowers, candy and cards…or flirting with… Read More