6 Topics to Avoid Discussing at Work

6 Topics to Avoid Discussing at Work 6 Topics to Avoid Discussing at Work There are some things you should avoid discussing at work because bringing up these topics could make your coworkers uncomfortable  or influence their opinions of you and your ability to do your job. Awkwardness in the workplace can affect its functioning and ultimately the employers bottom line. Nobody wants to be the cause of that.   01 Religion Snap Decision / Getty Images Even though health issues- mental or physical- are nothing to be ashamed of, dont dwell on them too much at work. You may choose not to talk about them at all or to be very open, but regardless of how much, or how little, you disclose,   avoid sharing every last detail of your condition.When deciding how much to share with your colleagues, keep this in mind: when your colleagues know you are sick, they may question your ability to do your job well, just as they could if they knew about your family problems.   Although their concerns may be unfounded, it will put doubt in their minds and affect their perceptions of you.