
16 May Talking Politics in the Office Do’s and Dont’s
Studies show that workers engaging in political debates at work are feeling burdened and strained and it can also cause a decrease in worker productivity.
Checklist: Talking politics in the office do’s and dont’s
- There is a time and place to talk politics and at work is not one of them, not everyone shares your views, you don’t want to damage any relationships
- Stay neutral if political debates breakout or step away from the conversation, hard feeling can last a lifetime
- If you do engage in political discussions, stay respectful and calm, be prepared for potential consequences, if your manager disagrees with your views you could be passed up for promotion
- Check your workplace social media policy and guidelines, what you say online could be in conflict with your company’s messaging
- Avoid wearing clothing with political affiliations (some workplaces may also mandate this)
- Be ready to change the topic if you are uncomfortable