Cell phones are an important part of our modern, technology-driven workplace that require important usage etiquette. No doubt, all of us have been annoyed by inappropriate cell phone use at one time or another, and perhaps have made a few gaffes ourselves.
In an effort to make an optimal connection with your colleagues or students, here are several tips for cell phone use in the workplace:
- Focus on the person who should have your attention.
- Avoid using your cell phone during meetings.
- Don’t have your cell phone visible at business events, such as lunches/dinners, or even meetings.
- Silence your device and ask other meeting attendees to do the same.
- Have a professional ring tone.
- Avoid accessing and answering your cell phone while engaged in conversation.
- During meetings, avoid “reading under the table” or texting/emailing while others are speaking.
- Take personal calls in private, and avoid arguments or personal calls at work.
Here are some examples of leaders who enforced strict cell phone rules:
During President Barack Obama’s tenure, cabinet members were required to leave their cell phones in a basket before entering the meeting room. Former French President François Hollande banned cell phones from his cabinet meeting, as did former British Prime Minister David Cameron.
Clem Campana
Coordinator of Training and Development
Sources:
Cell Phone Etiquette at Work | Wirefly
Cellphone Etiquette in the Workplace & Meetings | Protocol International
Workplace Cell Phone Etiquette: 7 Smart Tips
Published: Thu, 03 Mar 2022 12:45:25 +0000 by c.campana