Bring Your Manners To Work Day

Bring Your Manners To Work Day is an annual holiday observed on the first Friday of September. The day has an important mission: since most of us spend around eight hours a day at work, where colleagues become like a second family, maintaining good manners is crucial. This means keeping your workspace tidy, respecting others’ space, and avoiding loud conversations on the phone.

History

Good manners have long been seen as a valuable asset, sometimes opening more doors than even a good education. Practicing etiquette at work can significantly improve relationships with colleagues and supervisors, and psychologists note that it can also help prevent professional burnout.

Today, the concept of good manners in the workplace goes far beyond basic politeness. Modern office etiquette includes proper introductions, effective communication, organizational skills, and keeping your workspace in order. To remind people about the importance of workplace etiquette, Bring Your Manners To Work Day was established in 2013 by the Washington School of Protocol.

Interesting Facts

• Almost 65% of company executives say workplace etiquette is changing due to the growing use of digital devices, which often leads to frequent breaches of office protocol.
• The most common workplace etiquette violation is speaking too loudly—statistics show people talk on the phone three times louder in the office than when alone.
• Being late is another bad habit to break; respecting your colleagues’ and business partners’ time means being punctual.
• A clean and organized workplace is a reflection of respect for yourself and others.

How to Take Part

Take an honest look at your own etiquette. Identify habits you can improve and make good manners second nature, not just a daily obligation. Share this holiday on social media and encourage others to embrace good manners at work.

When is Bring Your Manners To Work Day in 2025?

Bring Your Manners To Work Day is observed on the first Friday of September each year.

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