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Carol is on a mission to de-clutter the messy office so it’s tidy, motivating and safe. She implements a clean-desk policy but some team members don’t want to let go. Carol declares that anything left lying around will be thrown out or donated to Carlos the cleaner. Everyone reluctantly commences a massive clean up and Carol is very satisfied with the outcome. 

 

The office is a disgraceful mess! Carol is on a mission to de-clutter the office to make sure it’s cleaner, more motivating, safer and more secure. She implements a clean-desk policy that the team must adhere to. Some of the team members are attached to their clutter or personal items and don’t want to let go. There is a battle of wills until Carol declares that according to her policy, anything left lying around will be thrown out or donated to Carlos the cleaner. Everyone reluctantly commences a massive clean up and Carol is very satisfied with the outcome. 

  Key Learning Points

“When your workplace is clean and tidy, being organized and productive comes easy.”

CREATE A SAFE CLEAN WORKPLACE

Don’tbe blind to mess at work
INSTEAD: Look around and see the visual impact

Don'tget angry and make demands
INSTEAD: Explain safety and security concerns

Don'tdisrespect people’s belongings
INSTEAD:  Set consistent standards for tidiness

Don'texpect immediate change
INSTEAD: Take pride in celebrating clean areas 

 

This is available as part of

Cutting Edge Communication Comedy Series - 50 lessons
COMEDY MAKES LEARNING FUN This 2012-2013 comedy business series was created by Psychologist Eve Ash and comedienne Erin Brown.  This series will shock, amaze and entertain you, while at the same time teaching some important lessons in human interaction, in a way you won’t forget! 14 new titles relea... read more
Categories
Managing stress
Safety
Release Date
Jan 1, 2012
Video Running Time (minutes)
8:00
Producer
Seven Dimensions - Eve Ash
Course ID
CEC14