Business Ettiquette For The Professional World

Men and Women as Colleagues

It's Time to Stand Up

Women appreciate having men stand as they depart and return

On-The-Street Manners

Women appreciate when a man walks on the outside, closest to the curb

Hand-In-Glove Etiquette

Remove your glove when shaking hands, unless it's bitter cold.

Women Hosts

As a woman, you will be asked to order first. When the server requests your order, simply say, "I'd like my guest to go first."

Applying Lipstick At The Table

Excuse yourself to apply it.

Faux Pas Made By Men

Addressing female colleges as honey, dear, or sweetheart

Touching or patting rather than greeting them with a handshake

Faux Pas Made By Women

Giving out only first name when answering phone

Giggling to fill pauses

Using foul language in the work place

Making personal phone calls on the job