How should approach someone about personal hygiene?
I’ve had to deal with that more than once. You have to be completely honest with your employee. That doesn’t mean you have to be a donkey. People have different reactions. When you do though, make sure he/she understands that you are being serious, and do so privately, for it may be embarrassing to him/her also. -Be specific about what needs to be corrected. -Keep your sources confidential (no he said/she said) or you may create more problems. -Ask if they need any help to ensure that they can get their bad hygiene resolved such as proper tools-tooth brush,soap,deodorant,water,ect) -Often due to medical reasons, or living arrangements they may not even notice and will thank-you for your honesty. -Do explain expectations and company policies if it applies. -FOLLOW UP-compliment the good things, give extra advise if needed. -Ask if they are afraid of a dentist, or try to get to the root of the problem so that you can help.
