5 Behaviours in the Workplace That Could Give You Away as Unprofessional (Part 1)

We all want to be seen as professionals in the workplace, right?

Maintaining a professional image is very important, but sometimes, certain behaviours can sneak up on us to tarnish our reputation without us even realising it. Let’s have a close look at some key behaviours that scream “unprofessional” and what you can do to avoid them.

Let’s begin by talking about being late to work. Yes, about not being punctual to work or work-related events. Tardiness is one of the biggest no-nos in any work environment. When you consistently show up late, it sends a message that you don’t value other people’s time or the job itself. It can disrupt meetings, delay projects, and frustrate your colleagues. Your teammates might have to pick up your slack or wait for you to get started, which can breed resentment. It makes you seem unreliable to your managers, which could impact your chances of getting promotions or important projects. To combat this, try planning ahead by setting multiple alarms and planning your route to work to account for potential delays. And if you know you’ll be late, let your team know as soon as possible.