| Every once in a while we all have to deal with | | | | 3. When you are explaining the situation to them, |
| some unpleasant odors; it’s just a fact of life. | | | | be professional and impartial. Tell them that you |
| But when you’re at work, trapped in small | | | | feel that the smell coming from their cubicle or |
| office or tiny cubicle, you shouldn’t be forced | | | | clothing is negatively impacting the work |
| to endure the rancid scent of a fellow co-worker. | | | | environment. Make sure not to sound accusing, |
| It’s just isn’t right or fair or decent. But | | | | and tell them that it’s important they know |
| this is obviously a difficult situation. You don’t | | | | the situation. |
| want to hurt your colleague’s feelings and | | | | 4. Set up a follow-up meeting so that you can |
| you must maintain your professionalism. If | | | | praise them for their improvements or inform |
| you’re searching for a way to politely inform | | | | them that more must be done. |
| your co-worker that he or she smells disgusting, | | | | 5. If all else fails, or you completely chicken out |
| then check out my tips and suggestions below. | | | | then you can always just purchase loads of |
| 1. First you must adjust your attitude. Yes the | | | | pleasant smelling lotions, soaps and sprays for the |
| smell is repulsive, but maybe the person has no | | | | office. You can even anonymously place some of |
| idea. You want to avoid being rude and you want | | | | it on their desk before they get in for work. |
| to avoid hurting their feelings. So be empathetic | | | | Unless they’re completely dense, they’ll |
| and informative with your approach. | | | | probably get the hint. |
| 2. Next find a quiet place to talk with him or her. | | | | You shouldn’t have to deal with someone |
| You shouldn’t yell “YOU STINK” in | | | | who smells like they were working with k&n |
| front of the whole office. You can find a secluded | | | | cold air intake parts all night. It’s time to stand |
| place to discuss it in the office or you can ask to | | | | up for yourself! |
| speak with them after wrok. | | | | |