finger should meet the other person’s hand. •Only one squeeze. •One or two pumps of the hand. •Make eye contact while shaking hands. •When meeting a business colleague in malls or social events, greet by shaking hands. Telephone etiquette
• Don’t talk with your mouth full.
• the name of the company needs to be stated as soon as the phone is answered along with the person's name who answered the phone. • Never put a caller on hold, but if you have to, be sure to check back with them every minute or so and ask if they would like to continue to hold. Incoming calls • Speak clearly and slowly when you answer a business telephone. Do not slur or mumble your words. • Never be rude to a caller, no matter how nasty they are. Outgoing Calls • When calling another business, it is proper etiquette to give your name and the company's name you work for to whomever answers the telephone. • If you get the wrong number, apologize to the person who answers the phone--do not just hang up. • Never interrupt the person while he/she is talking to you.