Steve Harvey's leaked memo to talk show staff - 'If you open my door, expect to be removed.'

A leaked memo from Steve Harvey to staff on his self titled talk show has revealed that the comedian is really protective of his 'free time'.

The memo, which was posted on Robert Feder's Chicago Media Blog, is basically a list of times and situations in which Harvey did not want staff to approach or interrupt him throughout the day.

“Do not come to my dressing room unless invited….Do not approach me while I’m in the makeup chair unless I ask to speak with you directly,” read the memo.

It was reportedly sent out to staff at the beginning of the fifth season of the show which will be moving from Chicago for season six. According to Variety, the leak came from a former Chicago staff member of the show who may not have been invited to work on the show next season when it relocates to Los Angeles.

Here's the memo in full.

Good morning, everyone. Welcome back.

I’d like you all to review and adhere to the following notes and rules for Season 5 of my talk show.

There will be no meetings in my dressing room. No stopping by or popping in. NO ONE.

Do not come to my dressing room unless invited.

Do not open my dressing room door. IF YOU OPEN MY DOOR, EXPECT TO BE REMOVED.

My security team will stop everyone from standing at my door who have the intent to see or speak to me.

I want all the ambushing to stop now. That includes TV staff.

You must schedule an appointment.

I have been taken advantage of by my lenient policy in the past. This ends now. NO MORE.

Do not approach me while I’m in the makeup chair unless I ask to speak with you directly. Either knock or use the doorbell.

I am seeking more free time for me throughout the day.

Do not wait in any hallway to speak to me. I hate being ambushed. Please make an appointment.

I promise you I will not entertain you in the hallway, and do not attempt to walk with me.

If you’re reading this, yes, I mean you.

Everyone, do not take offense to the new way of doing business. It is for the good of my personal life and enjoyment.

Thank you all,

Steve Harvey