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Industry Readiness

Corporate etiquette, ethics and productivity tools so you walk into any workplace prepared.

Curriculum

Corporate Etiquette Workplace Ethics Professional Behavior

Sample Questions & Answers

100 practice question(s) with answers.

All Modules
01

What is business etiquette?

The expected professional behaviour, including punctuality, courtesy and respect.

02

Why is business etiquette important?

It builds trust and a positive professional image.

03

What is the dress code in most offices?

Business formal or smart-casual, clean and modest.

04

What should you wear on the first day of work?

Neat business formal or smart-casual as per the company culture.

05

What is corporate etiquette?

The unwritten rules of polite behaviour in a company.

06

What is professionalism?

Competence, courtesy and integrity in your work.

07

What is workplace ethics?

Applying right and wrong to work decisions, including honesty and fairness.

08

What is business ethics?

Ethical standards in business, covering honesty, fairness and responsibility.

09

Why is honesty important at work?

It builds trust and protects the company and your career.

10

What is confidentiality?

Keeping sensitive company and customer information private.

11

Why is confidentiality important?

Leaking data can harm the company and break trust.

12

What is a conflict of interest?

When personal interests could influence professional decisions.

13

How do you handle a conflict of interest?

Disclose it and remove yourself from the decision.

14

What is data privacy?

Protecting personal data from misuse.

15

What is a whistleblower?

A person who reports wrongdoing within an organisation.

16

What is a code of conduct?

A company document that sets expected behaviour.

17

Why do companies have a code of conduct?

To set clear standards and prevent misconduct.

18

What is the first rule of office etiquette?

Respect people, their time and their space.

19

How should you greet a colleague?

With a smile and a polite Good morning or Hello.

20

What is proper email etiquette?

Clear subjects, a greeting, correct tone and a professional sign-off.

21

How quickly should you reply to emails?

Within one business day, or sooner if urgent.

22

What is the subject line of a good email?

Short and clear about the purpose.

23

What is meeting etiquette?

Arriving on time, being prepared and not interrupting.

24

What should you do in a meeting?

Listen, take notes, contribute relevantly and follow up.

25

What is an agenda in a meeting?

A list of topics to be discussed.

26

Why does a meeting need an agenda?

It keeps the meeting focused and productive.

27

What is phone etiquette?

Speaking politely and professionally on calls.

28

How should you answer a business call?

State the company and your name, and ask how you can help.

29

What is a conference call?

A call with many participants, often using a video tool.

30

What is the mute rule in conference calls?

Mute when not speaking to avoid background noise.

31

What is a video call etiquette tip?

Join on time, mute when needed and look at the camera.

32

What is a formal meeting structure?

Opening, agenda, discussion, decisions and closing.

33

What is a follow-up email?

A note after a meeting summarising decisions and next steps.

34

What is the proper way to introduce a colleague?

State their name, role and a short context.

35

What is a business card?

A card with your name, role and contact details.

36

What is the etiquette for sharing business cards?

Present them respectfully and give the receiving person time to read.

37

What is desk etiquette?

Keeping your space clean and not disturbing others.

38

What is the open-office rule?

Be mindful of noise, calls and colleagues around you.

39

What is the kitchen rule in an office?

Clean up after yourself and share shared spaces fairly.

40

What is the washroom etiquette at work?

Leave it clean and respect privacy and queues.

41

What is the lift etiquette in an office?

Let people leave first and hold the door politely.

42

What is a handshake?

A firm, brief handshake with eye contact as a greeting.

43

What is the importance of a smile?

It creates a positive first impression.

44

What is personal space at work?

Keep a respectful distance when talking to people.

45

What is professional language?

Words that are polite, clear and free of slang or abuse.

46

Why avoid slang at work?

Slang can confuse or seem unprofessional in formal settings.

47

What is a jargon word?

A technical term used within a field.

48

Should you use jargon with everyone?

Only when the listener understands it; otherwise use plain words.

49

What is a professional tone?

A respectful and balanced tone in speech and writing.

50

What is a group chat etiquette?

Stay on topic, be respectful and avoid overposting.

51

What is the rule for office gossip?

Avoid spreading gossip; it damages trust and reputation.

52

Why should you avoid office gossip?

It harms relationships and your professional image.

53

What is constructive feedback?

Feedback that helps someone improve in a respectful way.

54

How do you give feedback kindly?

Be specific, focus on behaviour and suggest improvement.

55

What is a one-to-one meeting?

A private meeting between a manager and an employee.

56

What is a team standup?

A short daily meeting where each member shares progress and blockers.

57

What is a status update?

A brief report on what you are working on and its progress.

58

What is a deadline?

The date by which a task must be completed.

59

Why are deadlines important?

They keep work on schedule and teams coordinated.

60

How do you plan your workday?

List top priorities, schedule deep work and review progress.

61

What is the difference between urgent and important?

Urgent needs immediate action; important matters for long-term goals.

62

How do you stay productive?

Prioritise, remove distractions, take breaks and review daily.

63

What is multitasking?

Doing several tasks at once, which often reduces quality.

64

Is multitasking efficient?

Usually not; focus on one task at a time for quality.

65

What are professional boundaries?

Clear limits on workload, time and behaviour at work.

66

How do you set boundaries at work?

Communicate your limits politely and stay consistent.

67

What is work-life separation?

Keeping work and personal life reasonably distinct.

68

What is the rule about using personal phones at work?

Limit personal phone use during work hours.

69

What is workplace safety?

Practices that prevent accidents and protect employees.

70

What is an emergency exit?

The marked exit used in an emergency.

71

What is a fire drill?

A practice run for evacuating a building safely.

72

What is a first aid kit?

Supplies kept for treating minor injuries.

73

What is cybersecurity awareness?

Knowing how to avoid online threats at work.

74

What is phishing?

Fake messages that try to steal your passwords or data.

75

How do you spot a phishing email?

Check the sender, look for urgent requests and suspicious links.

76

What should you do with a suspicious email?

Do not click links; report it to IT.

77

What is a strong password?

A long password with letters, numbers and symbols, not easily guessed.

78

Why use different passwords?

If one leaks, the others stay safe.

79

What is two-factor authentication?

A second verification step, like a code, for extra security.

80

What is a VPN?

A tool that encrypts and secures your internet connection.

81

What is a professional network?

The connections you maintain for career support.

82

How do you network at work?

Meet colleagues, join events and keep in touch professionally.

83

What is a mentor at work?

An experienced colleague who guides your growth.

84

What is a career development plan?

A plan of skills and roles you want to grow into.

85

What is a promotion criteria?

The skills and results required to move to a higher role.

86

What is a performance appraisal?

A formal review of your work and development.

87

What is the 360-degree feedback?

Feedback collected from managers, peers and subordinates.

88

What is teamwork in a corporate setting?

Collaborating across roles to meet shared goals.

89

What is a cross-functional team?

A team with members from different departments.

90

What is a project?

A planned piece of work with a goal, scope and timeline.

91

What is a project manager?

The person who plans and coordinates a project.

92

What is a stakeholder?

Anyone affected by or interested in a project or decision.

93

What is a client?

The person or company you provide services to.

94

How do you treat a client?

With professionalism, clear communication and responsiveness.

95

What is a deliverable?

A product or result you must deliver in a project.

96

What is a milestone?

A key point of progress in a project.

97

What is a report?

A structured summary of data or progress.

98

What makes a good report?

Clear structure, accurate data and a concise summary.

99

What is a presentation?

A talk supported by slides that shares information.

100

What is a pitch?

A short persuasive talk about an idea or product.

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