Professional
Top tips on how to be more professional
1. Company policies & rules
Beyond legal compliance rules, a range of documents covers professional conduct at work (e.g. a company handbook, an ethics code, an induction pack, and disciplinary and grievance procedures). These clarify a company's expectations of its employees and even third parties (e.g. suppliers or customers), detailing what behaviour is and isn't acceptable and what will happen if rules are broken.
2. Appearance, words & deeds
Pay attention to your external appearance , from office interior, exterior, company signage, company logo, what you say and what you do. Comply with your firm's dress code, code of conduct and code of ethics.
3. Become an asset to the team
Pay attention in your department meetings and stay on top of company information by reading company memos. Colleagues will start recognising you as an asset and respect your professional approach. Show you are engaged by responding appropriately - not by hitting 'reply all' on every message!
4. Treat others with courtesy & respect
Be aware that your language and behaviour reflect on your company as a whole, for good or bad. When interacting with colleagues and other stakeholders, listen to what they say, be supportive of colleagues and avoid using profanities, offensive, bullying or discriminatory language.