"From ethics columnist and Harvard lecturer Jeffrey L. Seglin, discover practical tips for succeeding professionally by succeeding socially. Practicing business etiquette doesn't mean pretending to be someone you're not. Brimming with practical, up-to-date tips on minding your business manners, The Simple Art of Business Etiquette guides you through the tricky territory of office etiquette with real-life stories and workplace scenarios. The Simple Art of Business Etiquette proves that minding your manners goes a long way toward successfully advancing your career,"--Amazon.com

Part One: The Best of You -- Dress and Hygiene -- Punctuality -- Body Language -- Introductions -- Being Interviewed -- Part Two: Office Culture -- Making Small Talk -- Being Sensitive Toward Others -- Writing and Sending E-mails -- Speaking on the Phone -- Using Your Cell Phone at Work -- Using Personal Social Media -- Meetings (as a Participant) -- Teams (as a Member) -- Part Three: Rising To The Top -- Networking -- Giving and Receiving Criticism -- Meetings (as a Leader) -- Teams (as a Leader) -- Asking for a Raise -- Interviewing Candidates -- Interacting with Other Companies -- Quitting -- Part Four: The Tricky Stuff -- Work Parties -- Friendships -- Gifts -- Workplace Romance -- Difficult Colleagues -- Interpersonal Conflicts -- Disputes with Management -- Traveling for Work -- Cultural Sensitivities