Is your list of things to start doing this year too long? Why not consider things NOT to do in the workplace?
To be considerate of the safety and well-being of those around you, as well as yourself, it is recommended that you:
- DON’T Burn candles in office areas
- DON’T Use scented sprays or strong perfumes/colognes
- DON’T Place foods that may contain known allergens – e.g., nuts, eggs, etc. – in open areas
- DON’T Expose others to illness – stay home when sick and cover coughs and sneezes
- DON’T Arrive late to meetings
- DON’T Use speakerphone or talk loudly in an open office or with the door open
- DON’T Clip your nails
- DON’T Chew or snap gum loudly
- DON’T Gossip about others
- DON’T Leave your phone alerts at a volume that is distracting to others
- DON’T Hum, sing, whistle, or play loud music
- DON’T Leave a mess in shared spaces like a kitchen or break room
- DON’T Leave the microwave unattended when warming up food
- DON’T Get stuck in negative thinking patterns
- DON’T Assume negative intent to someone’s actions (there are likely other explanations)
And, finally…
- DON’T Forget to do your part in continuing to make Lafayette a great community!