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How To Handle An Annoying Co-worker by Sammy4fresh: 9:39pm On Jul 03, 2017
[center]How To Handle An Annoying Co-worker

At Some Point In Your Career, You’ll Undoubtedly Cross Paths With Colleagues That Irk You. You’ll Probably Get Annoyed At Each Other Occasionally Or There May Even Be A Few Who YouHow To Handle An Annoying Co-workerAbsolutely Can’t Stand Their Arrogance, Moodiness Or Quick Temper. And If This Goes On In An Organization It Can Put A Damper On The Company Productivity Culture.
The Friction Of Interacting With An Annoying Co-Worker Actually Presents A Chance To Cultivate Essential Leadership Skill Like Assertiveness, Self–Awareness And Confidence. It Can Provide An Unexpected Opportunity For Personal Growth That Goes Far Beyond Solely Testing The Limits Of Your Patience.
Fortunately, There Are Some Tricks And Steps You Can Take To Deal With These Provocative Co-Worker(S) Without Affecting You Productivity.
Here Are Some Simple But Effective Steps To Take.
Identify The Person(s) and Figure out Why They Irks You: Think about the co-worker you vent about most often to your friend or family. The one you have interaction with that derail your day or the colleague you would never want to be stuck in a crowded elevator with. Take the tome to specifically I.D him/her internally and figure out exactly why this person provokes such resentment by getting specific about your feelings towards the person(s). Rather than making overblown, blanket statement like “ He’s the most annoying person on earth,” Identify the emotions provoked like:
Moodiness?
Irritation?
Insignificance?
Disappointment?
Similarly, Identify The Exact Behaviors Your Co-Worker Dos That Frustrate You, Move From “I Can’t Stand Being Around Her” To “I Think It’s Really Disrespectful When She Talk Over People In Meetings.”
Be Claim: Be a role model of professionalism when you’re at work, and you can’t keep badgering your office mate, so be strategic the first time and don’t take things too personal.
Relate The Problem to Business: If and when you approach your annoying co-worker, it’s fine to blame that “deadline” you have or that “Project” you’re working on. Try something like “ Hey, I normally love that song too, but I actually need to finish something by the end of the day and it’s a little distracting, do you mind turning it down?” Just be sure not to make it personal.

Be Direct and Discreet: Talk to your co-worker privately and allow them dignity. Avoid spreading ill will. Kindness goes a long way and you will be working around this person(s) for weeks, months or years.
How To Handle An Annoying Co-worker

Anticipate: Know when the annoyances are most likely to happen and try to walk out if possible.
Stay Positive: try to stay upbeat, despite the insanity; you’re more likely to get cooperation.
Be Focus: Don’t allow anyone steal your joy at work or take up valuable space in your day. Stay focused on your work, and once you’ve taken action, Take step to make the environment more tolerable; ask to be moved somewhere elsewhere in the office or use headset etc.
Talk to Someone Outside of Work: It’s okay to vent with a friend or family, just make sure you’re away from the office. Avoid the temptation to lament over the chaos with your colleagues, as word could spread, ruining your chances to resolve the issue properly.
Use Humor: This is a good opportunity to use humor to lessen the tension. Some self-effacing humor can help you avoid appearing haughty.
Examine Yourself: Look inward at your own behavior, sometimes you met be the one that is wrong. No one is a perfect office mate. Examine your own habit and solicit input on how you can be a better co-worker when approaching others.
Remember, It’s How You React To A Challenge That Really Impacts Your Job, And Maybe Your Career. Try Your Best To Limit Confrontation, Maximize Professionalism And Deploy Defensive Moves. With A Little Humility, You’re Likely To Create A More Acceptable And Even Pleasant Work Environment For Everyone.[/center]
Re: How To Handle An Annoying Co-worker by mikaelword(m): 9:49pm On Jul 03, 2017
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