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I think all of these things are really great ways to earn respect. Some of these things do get learned along the way. But I definitely think this is a great list.
Thank you! Definitely learned along the way and wish someone told me sooner. Do you have anything else to add that’s helped you? Do you think respect is earned or should be given
Don’t be a know it all. Don’t be above any task. Stay humble. Work your ass off. Never sit idle. If you’re slow or don’t know what to do, ask where you can help. Ask for extra opportunities. Prove your worth. Stay late and pitch in on new business.
Always do what your CD asks for first, then over deliver with bonus thinking.
Communicate often and openly with your manager. And ASK QUESTIONS. It’s expected of you as a junior.
Great adds! What types of questions make great questions to ask?
• Be the reliable one. If you say you’ll do something, do it. That alone makes you stand out more than half the room.
• Take feedback like a champ. Don’t get defensive. Take notes, make it better, and bounce back fast.
• Ask good questions. Not “what do I do?” but “I tried X and Y, and here’s where I’m stuck.” That earns respect.
• Be curious. Learn how things work beyond your title. Ask senior people why they made certain choices.
• Be proactive, not pushy. Offer help when someone’s swamped, but don’t hover. Learn when to step in and when to chill.
• Keep your cool. No eye rolls, no visible frustration, no gossip. People remember how you handle pressure.
• Make others look good. Give credit where it’s due. It comes back tenfold.
• Be easy to work with. Seriously. Being kind, responsive, and dependable will get you far.
• Stay humble. Have Confidence. Don’t be arrogant.
• Learn the room. Every team has its rhythm. Observe how people talk, present, and give feedback, then match that energy while staying yourself.
• Follow through. Don’t vanish after delivering. Check in, ask if there’s anything else, and close the loop.
• Own your mistakes. You’ll mess up. Just own it, fix it, and move on. People respect accountability.
Don’t try to people-please and overpromise. Be realistic with your deadlines and over communicate when you foresee a delay. It’s better to deliver solid work on time than rushed work early.
• Don’t chase being liked, chase being trusted. That’s what really earns respect.
• Dress like you respect yourself and the space. Even if it’s casual, clean and intentional outfits always read well.
• Know your environment. Creative agency? Go for stylish but comfortable. Corporate? Keep it sharp and neutral.
• Start simple, then add your touch. Neutral base (black, white, beige, gray) plus one personal accent piece is perfect balance.
• Don’t overdress, but don’t underdress. If you’re unsure, go one step above the average.
• Pay attention to grooming. Hair neat, nails clean, shoes in good shape. Those small things add up.
• Dress for the role you want. Notice how respected seniors show up and match that energy your way.
• Smell nice, but don’t suffocate people. Clean and subtle wins every time.