Going down the toilet:

When I hear that the economy is going down the toilet, I think about that other office cubicle.  The one that is confusingly labeled the bathroom or the restroom.

The state of this cubicle can predict whether your company is also going down the toilet.  Why?  Because it shows how much you respect your employees and visitors, and how much they respect your company.

Many people judge a restaurant by its food and service.  I judge it by its toilets and coffee.  Toilets and coffee are after thoughts.  You tend to ask for these at the end of your meal.  At this stage you have committed your wallet, which is why some restauranteurs skimp on toilets and coffee.  If they do, I don’t go back.

Some companies skimp on toilets.  If employees had more power, I’m sure they won’t go back.

Come on, give your employees an unexpected bonus.  Freshen up those toilets.  Oh, and give them decent coffee.

I’m James McIntosh at nonsenseatwork dot com