Vocabulary【Negative Impression】
Here are some behaviors that can give a negative impression at work.
making assumptions
To make assumptions means to think something is true without confirming it.
When you aren't sure about a task, don't make assumptions.
Instead, ask someone to clarify it.
being messy
Messy employees often find it difficult to maintain a clean workplace or personal appearance.
This often leaves an impression that they can't organize their work.
So it's important to keep your desk neat and tidy.
This builds a good personal image at work.
neat: 整齐的
tidy: 整洁的
asking personal questions
Asking personal questions can make people uncomfortable.
So avoid asking about your colleagues' salary or romantic relationships.
If you want to start a conversation with your co-worker, talk about your hobbies or other less personal subjects.
gossiping
To gossip means to spread private information that may not be true.
Office gossip can be entertaining, but it can cause conflict among employees.
If you gossip at work, people may think you aren't trustworthy.
And you may leave an impression that you are not focused on your work.
Question
- How could workplace gossip affect a company?
> it could create conflict among employees - Why should you avoid asking people personal questions?
> It can make people uncomfortable
