Congratulations, you are new on the job and looking to make an impression. That is a great attitude to have but it isn't enough. If you want to keep that job, keep a few things in mind next time you enter the office.

Conducting yourself in a professional manner is vital. You might be sent packing in a hurry if you screw up this part. Daniela Mastragostino, the founder of Nové Image Consulting, recently held a workshop with George Brown students and offered some crucial tips. Here are some of the most common bloopers at workplace:

Image: It has become universally accepted that visual language communicates more powerfully than verbal language. First impressions are often based on how you look. Don't expect your boss to accept the tattoo on your neck or your pierced eyebrow without wincing. It's best to keep them under wraps in a business setting.

Revealing or inappropriate dress is a common blunder. Deep-cut tops and printed shirts with rude slogans are a big no-no. “It's amazing how many interviewers have given me this feedback that candidates wear inappropriate clothes, which attracts unwanted attention on the clothes and not on the person. It's a big turn off,” Mastragostino said.

Weak handshakes and poor punctuality can make your personality seem timid. It shows a lack of confidence, commitment and conviction.

Follow the dress code and be aware of what is allowed. Casual Friday is not a Halloween party; you are still working, so dress appropriately.

Behaviour: Unnecessary chatting/ texting/surfing on that smartphone, poor eating habits, lack of respect of a co-worker's personal space, swearing to make yourself heard or getting intimate with a coworker are some of the behavioural mistakes that people often commit.

Most phone calls are unnecessary, period. They can be avoided. If you really have to take the call, speak quietly or excuse yourself. Otherwise voicemail should do the trick. Other than that, give space and respect to coworkers and interact from a distance. Don't be too touchy or pushy.

Conversation: The way you converse with others at office is vital for your credibility. Don't indulge in taboo topics, gossip and office politics.

Discussing personal matters, religion or sex is off limits in a workplace. It might end you up in trouble with possible harassment charges. Inappropriate office jokes are not acceptable, think before you speak. Remember that you are at work, not with your buddies.

Finally, try to be aware of the working culture around you and adapt to it, taking cues from coworkers around you. These common etiquettes will take to a long way in the professional world.