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Ways to handle sloppy appearance and poor hygiene among staffWhen asked what problem seems the most difficult and delicate to handle among business office managers the answer is invariably the same.The problem that is worst to handle is sloppy appearance and poor hygiene among staff.While this may seem outside the job description of the business manager it is to often a reality that must be dealt with. Potential clients often judge a firms validity by the appearance of its staff and sadly deals have been lost due to poor appearance and hygiene. But before you put your head in the sand read on for some of the best tips on ways to handle sloppy appearance and poor hygiene among staff. 1. Make sure that as the business manager you are setting the proper example.While you may feel that poor hygiene is not an issue consider what you are wearing?If your office has a business casual Friday are you wearing a little too casual?Does your everyday appearance reflect the message you want your staff to be imitating?While everyone may feel a little entitled when they become the boss realize that the best message is often sent through example. Do not be afraid to make some changes to reinforce your own position on this issue.
2. After evaluating your own appearance and hygiene take a look around your office.Does your office reflect the type of setting you want it to?Does your office space seem to have a professional aura or is it more like a college lounge? Researchers have found that most people will dress to reflect their surroundings.If you feel that your staff is dressing to casually or unprofessionally consider the surroundings they find themselves in everyday.There may need to be changes made to reflect a professional atmosphere in the office. |
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