How to Avoid an Empty Coffee Pot at Work: Tips for a Smooth Coffee Break
Nothing ruins a coffee break like finding an empty pot in the office. Coffee is essential, and without it, the break just isn't the same. Here's how you can keep the coffee flowing and avoid frustration in the workplace.
The Frustration of an Empty Coffee Pot
If you work in an office with a shared coffee pot, you know the frustration of going on a coffee break and finding it empty. It’s an undeniable fact: coffee is 50%—if not more—of the coffee break equation. Without it, the break is simply incomplete.
The Social Dilemma: Bumming a Sip vs. Asking for a Cigarette
For someone needing a coffee fix, it’s not as simple as walking out to the smoke pit and asking to “bum one” from a coworker. Could you imagine walking up to someone’s desk and asking to “bum a sip”? Not only would you get odd looks, but there's also the hygiene factor—when was the last time those mugs were cleaned? You might even reconsider ever eating anything they bring for a potluck!
The Military Approach to Office Coffee Etiquette
In the military, technical manuals (TMs) are filled with flowcharts to help anyone—no matter their experience—complete simple tasks like operator maintenance. The only thing that could make them easier would be scratch-and-sniff stickers. What if we applied this straightforward, step-by-step approach to keeping the coffee pot full?
A Simple Solution to Keep the Coffee Flowing
Lucky for you, we at ARC have found a solution to the empty pot problem. While it’s not foolproof, and it does require some effort from everyone, it will help—especially with coworkers who need everything spelled out.
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About the Author: Eric is a coffee enthusiast and workplace culture expert at ARC. When he's not solving office coffee dilemmas, he's exploring ways to improve team collaboration. For more tips on enhancing your office environment, follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
