Emily Post's Etiquette emphasized the challenges of workplace interactions, especially for women in secretarial roles. A century later, many workers resonate with her insights, finding remote work a relief from social pressures. However, returning to the office brings back various discomforts, including awkward social skills and evolving workplace norms. Erratic behavior and minor workplace transgressions now punctuate the office environment, revealing the challenges of maintaining professional decorum amidst constant interpersonal dynamics.
"Mood, temper, jealousy ... are the chief flaws of the woman in business."
"It takes no small amount of will and self-control, to get on with any constant companion under the daily friction of an enforced relationship that is unrelieved day after day, week after week."
"During the switch to remote work, white-collar employees experienced a measure of illusory relief - excused from the incessant small talk; the expectation to dress a certain way."
"Dulled social skills leave us tripping over simple interactions - eye contact is a skill that must be maintained, apparently - and ruminating over minor transgressions."
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