1. Respect another’s need to work.
Just because others are sitting nearby doesn’t mean they are available for conversation at all times. Respect one another’s privacy. Act as if there is a door between you and if they appear to be busy, ask if they have a moment to talk.

2. Be aware of smells.
Within a tight space smells can be magnified, so use consideration when packing your lunch or snacks. Try to eat meals in the kitchen, break room or outside, rather than at your desk.

3. Keep noise and distractions to a minimum.
Noisy conversations (either between workers or on the telephone) or habits such as tapping on the desk, fidgeting or getting up and down often can create an annoying distraction to those trying to concentrate.

4. Be tidy.
Your messy desk can be a distraction to others and will detract from the professional image your organization is trying to establish. Keep your belongings confined to your own personal space and tidy up your immediate area each day before leaving work.

5. Respect another’s space.
Just because another’s workspace is within reach of your desk doesn’t make it common domain. Treat each person’s space as if it was a private office.

6. Don’t come to work sick.
When you work in close quarters, it is easy to transfer germs. Stay home if you are sick. It’s good hygiene to cover your mouth when you cough, keep hand sanitizer on hand, don’t leave used tissues around, and wipe down the desk, computer keyboard and phone from time to time to help prevent germs from spreading.

7. Be considerate.
Respect is key when working in an open-office environment. Act respectful and expect others to act in the same way.

8. Be tolerant.
The open-office environment brings together myriad personalities, with different styles. Be tolerant of these differences and find ways to adapt.

9. Think like a team.
In order to maintain a cohesive team, do not spread gossip, cause another to feel like an outcast, or grumble about petty things.

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