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Hi Julia,

Experiece suggests that swift action is required in order to solve this problem. I suggest that you take this person aside (off the record) and tell them that they smell. Do not say that there have been complaints from other staff as this may be very demotivating for the individual concerned. Using charm and charisma, make it sound like you are doing them a favour whilst at the same time make the conversation positive by adding that you are happy with thir work in general etc. People can usually take a negative aslong as it is 'wrapped up' in a positive.

Whilst it is widely awknowleged that some people are naturally smellier than others there can be no excuse, not even medical for being repugnant. In the majority of cases people with b.o are just too lazy to wash frequently or use the right products, or seek the necessary medical assistance. It is important that you set the boundaries of acceptability that this person has crossed.

Simon fails to awknowlegde that personal hygeine IS personal and therefore the individual should take responsibility for this problem and not the business. Taking his advice will result in a very unpleasant summer.

PRACTICAL ADVICE

Excessive body odour is caused by bacteria.

In order to combat this, body hair such as that under armpits should be trimmed. Obviously showering daily is helpful as is using deoderant on freshly washed skin. Using a deoderant with a 24 hr anti-perspirent is essential. In addition b.o may be controlled by applying antiseptic cream such as sudocreme to the affected areas.

DONT SWEAT IT OUT. ACT KNOW!