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Executive Etiquette Tip – Phone

by jill on July 15, 2009

Use speakerphones sparingly. Never initiate a call on speakerphone. Ask the person you’re calling for permission before putting them on speakerphone, and then name everyone in the room with you. VERY IMPORTANT – Participants should identify themselves whenever speaking. “Bob, this is Jane, I think we should consider…” And avoid using speakerphones in cubicles. Your [...]

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