20 Ways To Boost Your Reputation At Work

Watch Your Cellphone Use

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Although most offices aren’t extremely strict on cellphone use, there’s an extent to which it becomes inappropriate and unprofessional. It’s easy to tell when someone is using their phone for actual communication or are merely on it because they’re bored.

When someone is blatantly on their phone instead of working, it makes them look like they care more about what’s on social media than their actual job. This is not something you want your employer or co-workers to notice. A trick is to put it in a bag or your pocket, so you’re not as tempted to use it out of habit.