As a "leader" or "senior" in the workplace, you probably don't want younger colleagues gossiping behind your back or showing off without any respect. Citing seniority or using your position to intimidate is not a commendable approach. Instead of creating a barrier with a stern face or acting overly senior to the point where no one dares to approach you, take a moment to reflect on your own behaviors that you might express unconsciously, which could be toxic and undermine your credibility. Check if you fall into these 9 behaviors, and if so, shift into reverse gear immediately.

         1. Interrupting Others While They Speak Did you know that this behavior is one of the most disrespectful? If you want respect or honor from those around you, you must first give it to others by being patient and waiting for them to finish speaking.

         2. Arriving Late to Meetings Try to put yourself in others' shoes. Even if you hold a high position, it’s not pleasant when someone arrives late to a meeting you are leading or attending, as it means you are wasting everyone’s time unnecessarily.

         3. Calling Meetings Without a Significant Agenda or Purpose Know that this behavior makes you look terrible, as it reflects a lack of respect for others' valuable time and causes the company to incur unnecessary costs by making everyone waste productive work time in pointless meetings.

         4. Talking Too Much During Meetings No one likes a loudmouth who acts like a know-it-all. To ensure everyone’s voice in the meeting is meaningful, you shouldn’t monopolize the conversation but should know the right time to speak and encourage everyone to participate in sharing their opinions on each topic.

         5. Showing Off as a Multitasker Working on multiple tasks at the same time doesn’t always have benefits; it can reduce work efficiency by 40%. Therefore, not only does multitasking during meetings not yield good results, but it also shows that you don’t value the meeting.

         6. Leaving Dirty Dishes or Coffee Cups in the Common Area Remember that the workplace is not your home. You must take responsibility for your actions. When you use office utensils, you should clean them up and not leave the burden for others.

         7. Yelling at Colleagues Losing your temper at work is an unacceptable behavior. Whenever you feel you can’t control your emotions and can’t argue rationally to reach a conclusion, it’s best to walk away to regain your composure and calm down.

         8. Using Your Desk as a Meeting Space Don’t prioritize your convenience at the expense of others’ comfort. If you need to have a meeting that requires speaking, choose a conference room or a designated area for group meetings.

         9. Not Meeting Deadlines In collaborative work, failing to meet deadlines is one of the most unacceptable behaviors. Your carelessness can create a domino effect of disaster for everyone involved at all levels.

         All of these are 9 off-putting behaviors that may seem trivial but can seriously undermine your credibility in the workplace. So, if you find yourself guilty of any of these, please stop immediately...