What Work Environments Do? Work environments are than as varied (31) there are types of businesses. (32) it is a large corporation with multiple departments and locations, or a small business with only a handful of employees, different work environments seem to serve different purposes. If your company is experiencing increased or high turnover rates, it is important to look at all of the aspects that could be affecting employee satisfaction, but do not overlook the impact and influence the environment could have (33) the situation. The work environment can include various factors—the lighting,furniture, colours, smells, sounds—everything that makes (34) the environment where work happens combines into (35) an overall effect. Some things cannot be helped, of course. For example, a business that specialises (36) auto-body repair and autopainting is going to have the equipment needed to get the job done, as well as some pretty strong odors of paint. There are things the employers can do (37) minimise the effects but they will likely not be completely eliminated. One would assume that individuals who are highly sensitive (38) this environment would not want to work there and (39) employees will understand the realities of the work environment. When employees expect a certain type of environment and get something very different, problems can result. Those expected to work in a quiet, functional office but who find themselves (40) in an office environment that is loud, chaotic, with strong fumes coming from a nearby shop or other coping with other uncomfortable environment realities may soon be looking for alternative work. (31)