Desk Plants Are Mandatory and Named
At a London fintech startup, each employee is issued a plant on their first day—and it must be named, registered, and cared for like a small leafy coworker. Employees who neglect their plants receive “Wellness Warnings” in good humor.
The rule encourages mindfulness and responsibility. Some employees create elaborate plant profiles with backstories, birthdays, and even Spotify playlists. HR says it helps reduce stress, improve air quality, and creates an oddly touching bond between colleagues who swap plant-care tips like parents at daycare pickup.
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