1. when 2 txt @ work Adapted from: Evolving e-Etiquette in the Workplace, March 2009 NACE Journal Meg Langland
2. This article reviewed several faux pas grads may inadvertently make upon entering the workforce… FIRST: If you are using a company computer or phone, you must adhere to their rules! Cell phone use may be restricted to breaks and misuse of cell phones or computers may result in termination.
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4. Txting @ wrk… Realize that just because your boss may text during a meeting, doesn’t mean you should Don’t use texting acronyms (brb, ttyl, etc.) Still use appropriate grammar Only text during business hours, just because it’s texting doesn’t mean you should text your boss at 10 pm questions about a report
5. Some other gr8 cell phone tips… “Select an appropriate ring tone for your work environment Record a professional voicemail greeting Turn it off during meetings, even vibrating cell phones can be distracting Avoid laying it down on a table or desk, especially in front of clients. Leave it in your briefcase, purse, holster.”
6. Review of Article Overall this article had several good tips that I hadn’t considered, such as ringtone selection and voicemail message. It was clear and easy to read. Didn’t give a lot of details, it could’ve expanded more on some of the points.
7. Resources Langland, Meg. Evolving e-Etiquette in the Workplace. March 2009. NACE Journal. All clipart taken from Microsoft 2008.