office etiquette
Professional conduct norms
Office etiquette is the set of unwritten rules governing professional behavior in a workplace.
It covers things like respecting shared spaces, keeping noise down, replying promptly to emails, and not microwaving fish in the break room.
New hires quickly learn the office etiquette around here.
The phrase implies standards that aren't formally enforced but violating them marks you as inconsiderate or clueless.
- politenessCourteous, respectful conduct
- punctualityBeing on time
- cleanlinessAbsence of dirt
- noise controlManaging unwanted acoustic levels
- active listeningFocused, responsive attention to speech
shared kitchen · nonverbal cues · respectfulness · tone of voice · indoor voice · discretion · accountability · greetings · empathy · reply all · teamwork · conflict resolution · patience · dress code · open door policy · personal space · interrupting · adaptability
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- social etiquettemanners, courtesy, respect, table manners, politeness
- etiquettemanners, politeness, table manners, courtesy, civility
office etiquetteworkplace misconduct
Improper employee behavior
bad manners · boorishness · discourtesy · crudeness · inappropriate conduct
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