Below is a list of It’s Okay’s that I use in the studio to maintain organization. I got the concept from a teacher in a leadership class and developed my own version of rules for the studio. You are welcome to use this list and or alter it to your needs. If you have any you’d like to add… do share my friend!

1. It’s OKAY to understand I had to come up with this list of Okay’s to maintain a professional work environment.

2. It’s OKAY to know this list is not a personal attack at you!

3. It’s OKAY to comply with the NO-SMOKING ZONE anywhere inside the premises.

4. It’s OKAY to eat and dispose of your trash appropriately when you’re finish.

5. It’s OKAY to understand my computers are OFF LIMITS for your personal use.

6. It’s OKAY to hang headphones in their designated area instead of on the microphones or on the floor.

7. It’s OKAY to keep all food and drinks out of the sound room.

8. It’s OKAY to understand when you are in session, the studio is a no-children zone.

9. It’s OKAY to be prepared and understand chatter during clocked hours is costing you.

10. It’s OKAY to bring in ONLY those who are participating in your session.

11. It’s OKAY to not bring people to my studio that you wouldn’t bring to your house.

12. It’s OKAY to come in as scheduled.

13. It’s OKAY to call if you are going to be late.

14. It’s OKAY to understand this is really my job.

15. It’s OKAY to be prepared to leave when your session is over.

16. It’s OKAY if you see more It’s Okay’s on this list by time you have your next session.

17. It’s OKAY to have fun, get into your creative zone, and be productive during your recording session.