Business Communication & Digital Workplace · Beginner level

Beginner level · Module 4: Professional Behaviour and Confidence · Lesson 2 of 3

Professional Behaviour Standards

Act in ways that build trust at work.

In this lesson you will

  • Apply professional behaviour standards
  • Communicate respectfully and inclusively

Key concepts

punctualityreliabilityrespectinclusion

The lesson

Be on time, meet commitments and tell people early if you cannot.

Treat everyone with respect regardless of role, gender, ethnicity, religion or disability; avoid gossip and offensive jokes.

Dress and speak appropriately for the setting and the organisation's expectations.

Step by step

  1. Discuss five workplace scenarios.
  2. Identify professional responses.
  3. Write personal standards.
  4. Reflect.

Practice activity

Write your professional standards.

Expected result: Clear personal standards.

Check your understanding

  1. What should you do if you cannot meet a commitment?

    Show answer

    Tell people early.

  2. Why avoid gossip?

    Show answer

    It damages trust and relationships.

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