Monthly Archives: May 2011

Here is a good article on How to Get the Respect You Deserve at Work

You’ll want to read the whole article, but here are the bullet points:

• Don’t care so much. Seriously.
• Never miss a deadline. Ever.
• Never be late to an appointment. Ever.
• Don’t gossip. Especially over email.
• Don’t waste anyone’s time, but sometimes allow your superiors to waste yours.
• Treat those “underneath” you well.
• Dress like you’re going to ask for a raise. Every day.
• Know when to shut up, especially when you’re in a group.
• Keep your workspace clean.
• Don’t ever get drunk at a work gathering. Ever.
• And finally: Sing when it’s someone’s birthday. With gusto.

Personally, I find some of these easier to do than others. I can completely understand the ones about deadlines and being on time. I find it very rude when people ignore deadlines or show up late. And while we shouldn’t judge by appearances, dressing nicely and keeping a neat workspace do portray a better image.