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Elevator Etiquette 101: Going Up?

Professional Assistant Blog

Home About Me Advertise Elevator Etiquette 101: Going Up? This, of course, can be a nightmare, since you could be walking up many flights. Can you think of any more etiquette related items while riding the elevator? This happens to everyone from time to time and there are ways to avoid them (at times). Whats next?

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Are You Aware of Your Rude Workplace Behavior?

On The Job

Of course, we all know that texting is as common to young workers as breathing -- but others see it as rude. So, I'm going to save you $400 an hour and give some etiquette pointers that anyone -- of any age -- should take to heart. Leave your cell phone off the table. Keep moving unless asked to stay. Keep your shoes on.

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How a Lack of Manners Hurts Your Career

On The Job

Gobbling away on the chips is not only distracting with your bag-rustling and your crunching but is seen as a breach of office etiquette. says Vicky Oliver , author of 301 Smart Answers to Tough Business Etiquette Questions. While you may wonder why the colleague acted in such a way, it's clear to those sitting around you.

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Break The Routine, Inspire Yourself!

Professional Assistant Blog

You can change this by having inspirational items around your cubicle (you can also read more on decorating your cubicle here ). As you can tell, I really try to be in tune with nature and of course, love my wife. This really does help me get through those rough days - but there are great days as well, of course.

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Do Not Disturb - Training In Progress

Professional Assistant Blog

When youre on a phone call, do people hover over you? If you are on a training course via your computer (WebEx) and listening in to the presenter, you want your full attention on the seminar or workshop that you are attending at your cubicle. Are you the main contact in your department?

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"Going Green" With Your Documents

Professional Assistant Blog

And of course, theres the dreaded shredding of confidential documents. You keep printing document after document, not realizing how many trees you are using and how much waste you are creating. Think ahead and see if you can e-mail or transfer your documents in an electronic format to others. This will save your company time and money.

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"Stop Watch"ing Your Productivity

Professional Assistant Blog

And of course, there’s the opposite side of the spectrum, where you have way too many people coming to you with requests (read my post on how to handle this here) and just want to run away. But of course, you don’t want to disturb others around you with the bell going off or some even have chickens clucking as the alarm.

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