Working from home has its perks, but when it comes to socializing with your co-worker, things can get a bit tricky. You don’t want to end up gossiping about the cat, or worse, your home office politics!
So, to make sure your water cooler conversation is on point, here are some topics you can use to converse with your spouse also working from home.
1. Weekend activities
What did you do last weekend during the two hours I went grocery shopping?
2. Movies or TV shows
How many times have you watched that Tom Cruise video, and is it time for an intervention?
3. Hobbies and interests
Uh-huh, but where are you going to store that thing again?
4. Current events or news stories
Did Starbucks Really Put Olive Oil in Coffee? Can you read it and tell me yes or no?
5. Personal achievements or goals
Check out the size of this earwax!
6. Pets and animals
Does that sound like a baby or a cat?
Do people have bird feeders for pigeons?
7. Books or articles
Did you see that Reddit post about people having second families?
8. Fashion and style trends
Can you tell I’m still wearing my pajamas?
9. Office news
Who could have blocked the toilet if it’s not me?
Can you explain why people leave passive-aggressive notes in the office kitchen?
10. Deep question
Are we doing alright?
11. Random question
So what do you really do?
12. Risque question
Do you have any plans for later?
Water cooler conversations can provide an opportunity to build relationships and connect with your co-worker. Just make sure to stay away from gossip to avoid creating a toxic work environment.