Have you seen the recent slew of articles about the hesitancy of companies to hire new college grads?
Many companies even admit to firing Gen Z workers (born 1997-2012) not long after hiring them due to their lack of preparedness, professionalism, communication/interpersonal skills & work ethic. “Zoomers” started their first jobs during the pandemic via remote work. As they are being asked to return to in-person environments, the skills they are lacking are becoming more noticeable.
Cue the resurgence of business etiquette training. Business etiquette is essentially a set of general guidelines for manners & behavior that allows employees to feel comfortable & safe in professional settings. Business etiquette is important because it:
-Fosters a positive & inclusive work environment to improve teamwork & collaboration
-Boosts a company’s image & how it’s perceived by customers & clients
-Helps to ensure effective communication & avoid misunderstandings
-Enables employees to stand out from the competition, enhancing their professional growth & success
R U Ready To Achieve partners with clients to customize Business Etiquette workshops to address their specific workplace issues. Frequent topics covered include:
-Company Culture, Employee Handbook, Policies/Procedures
-Differences in Exempt & Non-Exempt Employees (Pay, Benefits, Work Hours)
-Universal Etiquette Tips (Valuing People’s Time, Refraining from Oversharing, Caring for Shared Spaces)
-Professionalism (Integrity, Punctuality, Dress Code/Hygiene)
-Facilitating Effective Meetings
-Communication (Active Listening, Accepting Feedback, Phone/Email Dos & Don’ts)
-Best Practices for Remote Work
-Dining Etiquette
The saying still holds true, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression,” and for people to work well with you, it helps if they like you. R U Ready to Achieve can help your employees put their best foot forward. Reach out today.
