'Door 1/4 way open = It better be urgent and very brief': The strangest 'unwritten rules' from workplaces across the globe

When starting a new job, there can be a big learning curve. You have to familiarize yourself with the nitty-gritty of the job-- the programs they use, the procedures they follow, and all the stuff that's in the employee handbook. You learn what your daily tasks are going to look like, who you're reporting to, and how you'll be evaluated on your work. There is a lot of info in the beginning, and it's on you to take it all in. But this is only half of the story. At every job, there are unwritten rules that you have to abide by, but nobody will spell them out for you.

It might have to do with expectations around when you arrive and when you leave, or how to talk to your superiors. This is the kind of stuff you only learn when you're on the job. For example, I used to work at a coffee shop that had the unspoken rule that you could make coffee for yourself during your shift, but you shouldn't use the plastic cups, because they're the most expensive.

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This kind of stuff can be small but make a big difference over the course of your working life. And if you're a person who has a hard time picking up on social cues, then this might be pretty hard for you. Gathered below are a bunch of rules, from the common to the uncommon, from Redditors' workplaces. Scroll on and see what they are.
What is the strangest unwritten rule at your workplace?

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