We all know that certain days are set aside for special recognition. For example, we have Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day. Bring Your Manners to Work Day is celebrated on the first Friday in September, this year it will be observed on September 2nd.
This day was created to encourage people to be on their best behavior at work. After all, first impressions are important, and you never know when you might meet a potential employer or client.
Here are some tips to help you make the most of National Bring Your Manners To Work Day:
• Greet people with a smile and a warm handshake.
• Speak clearly and avoid using profanity or vulgar language.
• Be respectful of others, even if you disagree with them.
• Listen attentively and avoid interrupting others.
• Put away your electronic devices and give the person you’re speaking to your full attention.
• Dress appropriately for the workplace.
Following these simple tips can help you make a great impression on everyone you meet on National Bring Your Manners To Work Day – and every other day!
What is Bring Your Manners To Work Day?
Bring Your Manners To Work Day is a day where people are encouraged to be extra polite and courteous at work. This can include things like holding the door open for others, saying please and thank you, and being generally respectful to co-workers.
A study conducted by Robert Half Technology shows that 64% of Chief Information Officers surveyed said that the rules of the modern workplace are changing due to the increased usage of cell phones, tablets, and other electronic devices, leading to violations and a relaxed attitude towards office etiquette. This figure has increased from 51% from only three years ago.
The different types of manners
There are many different types of manners that can be brought to work. Here are a few examples:
Respectful communication: This involves speaking to others in a respectful way, without raising your voice or using offensive language.
Listening: This involves really listening to what others have to say, without interrupting or planning your response while they are talking.
Personal hygiene: This involves keeping yourself clean and well-groomed, so that you are presentable to others.
Punctuality: This involves being on time for work and meetings, and not keeping others waiting.
These are just a few examples of the types of manners that can be brought to work. By practicing good manners, we can create a more positive and productive work environment for everyone.
The history of Bring Your Manners To Work Day
Bring Your Manners To Work Day is celebrated by businesses and organizations across the United States. Many businesses use the day as an opportunity to hold workshops or seminars on business etiquette. Others simply encourage their employees to be extra polite to customers and co-workers.
How to celebrate Bring Your Manners To Work Day
1. On Bring Your Manners To Work Day, take the time to remind yourself and your co-workers of the importance of good manners.
2. Make a point to be extra courteous to everyone you interact with throughout the day. Hold doors open for people, say please and thank you, and avoid interrupting others when they are speaking.
3. If you have the opportunity, go out of your way to do something nice for someone else. Bring them coffee, offer to help with a project, or just take the time to listen to them if they need someone to talk to.
4. At the end of the day, take a moment to reflect on how your manners made a difference in your interactions with others. Did you make someone’s day a little brighter? Did you diffuse a tense situation? Good manners can make a big impact, so make sure to use them every day!
BRING YOUR MANNERS TO WORK DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | September 2 | Friday |
| 2023 | September 1 | Friday |
| 2024 | September 6 | Friday |
| 2025 | September 5 | Friday |
| 2026 | September 4 | Friday |
Conclusion
Are you ready to bring your manners to work? Mark your calendars for September 2, 2022 — that’s the day we’re encouraging everyone to be on their best behavior at work. Whether it’s saying please and thank you, or being more mindful of other people’s personal space, let’s all make a conscious effort to create a more polite workplace. After all, good manners are the glue that hold society together. So let’s do our part to make sure the workplace is a civil place for everyone.
