A coworker didn’t clean his work area before going home. This could cause an accident, so you quickly clean up. The next day, you see the coworker. What would you be most and least likely to do?
Tell him he should be more careful because his work area could have caused an accident.
Let him know you cleaned up his work area and that he owes you a favor.
Bring the issue up directly with your supervisor.
Say nothing to him because the problem has been taken care of.
The most likely option is: Say nothing to him because the problem has been taken care of. Since you addressed the immediate issue by cleaning the area, it may seem unnecessary to bring it up again.
The least likely option is: Let him know you cleaned up his work area and that he owes you a favor. This approach may come across as confrontational or create tension, which isn’t usually a good way to maintain a positive work environment.
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