The document outlines the importance of office etiquette, which involves conducting oneself respectfully and courteously in the workplace. Key rules include punctuality, dressing appropriately, maintaining a clean workstation, and being sensitive to others' privacy. It emphasizes professional behavior such as avoiding gossip, keeping noise levels down, and responding to phone calls appropriately.

1. By Monika Dhoundiyal
Human Resource Manager
Basic Rules of Office Conduct

2. Does Office Etiquette Mean???
Etiquette is a set of unwritten rules that apply to social
situations, professional workplaces and relationships.
Office Etiquette is about conducting yourself respectfully
and courteously in the workplace.
In the business world, good business etiquette means that
you act professionally and exercise proper manners when
engaging with others in your profession.

3. Points To Remember

4. Be Punctual

5. Dress Appropriately
• Follow the dress code
• Shirts tucked in
• Wear formal shoes with trousers
• Polish shoes
• Wear a belt
• No messy hair
• Don’t overdo makeup
• Don’t go too large with jewelry
• Wear ironed / Wrinkle free cloths
• No dirty / stained outfit
• Avoid too much perfume

6. Refrain From Being Loud

7. Keep Ringtone Under Control

8. Answer
Telephone
Calls
Promptly

9. Don’t Answer Phone Calls During Meetings

10. Don’t Interrupt Others

11. Be Sensitive To Others’
Need For Privacy

12. Stay Away From Gossip

13. Be Mindful To Office Chatter

14. Keep Your Workstation Clean

15. Ask Before Borrowing

16. Always Say