I've been told that "this is how this guy communicates". So basically because he communicates as such, it's okay for him to treat me this way!?!? What should I do? I want some really creative and funny answers here...so bring it!
2006-08-14 09:09:46 · 24 answers · asked by SBean_29 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Turn the tables around and send one back to him, something off the wall that will be condescending and also make him perplexed. Then when he answers or doesn't answer - you can double up and call him an idiot for not knowing. Here is an example:
No matter what question or demand he asks of you, reply with the following:
Well (his name),
If our current administration is in direct cohesion with that, that facilitated a rise in the national deficit, thus causing a bullish market to turn bearish, leading to the instability of the market, dollar and our business decisions – we should repay debt and strengthen our stock buy back program. Your thoughts?
2006-08-14 09:19:49 · answer #1 · answered by DrMikeonCall 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If it's in email, that means it isn't in an open forum.
I think he sees you as someone he has taken under his wing and wants to help you out.
I think you are over re-acting and that he is a good guy.
You took a serious tone and then you are trying to make it funny.
If you try to "get even," as you see some kind of slight, it just shows immaturity and will make you look bad.
Especially if everyone sees what he wrote and agrees that it is not a slight as you have taken it.
If you have a problem with his e-mail, the best way is to talk to him, gently and tell him that his tone seems undermining and condescending. Ask him if he was aware that he is coming across like this.
No need to burn your bridges.
Good Luck.
2006-08-14 16:15:39 · answer #2 · answered by Katherine 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
What do you mean by rude and condescending?
I'd email him back and say that when he's ready to participate in some actual "communication" to let me know.
And no it's not okay for him to treat you this way, it's called creating a hostile work environment. Complain to HR.
2006-08-14 16:15:58 · answer #3 · answered by C K Platypus 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd just block his emails as junk mail. Then if the boss asks why, tell him that this guy is rude and you don't have to put up with it.
Save some of his emails that he has already sent and show them to the boss if he asks for proof.
But, don't retaliate in kind. That response puts you on the same level as him. I wouldn't publicly humiliate him either.
Blocking him will put him on notice. He'll probably want a face to face meeting with you. If he does, look him straight in the eyes and tell him in no uncertain terms that his behavior is unacceptable. Don't threaten to take it to the boss or to sue him or the company.
You don't want to escalate the problem. Keep it between you and him if possible.
2006-08-14 16:14:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Send him an email.
Subject: Check this out
Text: Turn your speakers waaaay up.
Attachment: a loud belch. ...or a fart. Make sure the file name doesn't give away what the sound is. ie..name it "cool", "justforyou", etc.
After you hear the noise from the speakers send another email telling him maybe you won't send such a rude email to me next time.
If there are no speakers on the computers in your office...how about a remote control whoopee cushion?
If the above won't work...report him to the boss (his and/or yours) or the HR department.
2006-08-14 16:27:40 · answer #5 · answered by ModelFlyerChick 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Right, you have to work out what would pull his strings....
Is he a bit of a macho man? Then insinuate that his beautician from the waxing parlour called...
Just go for the soft spot, with blokes like him, take no prisoners.
Also, see what support is elsewhere in the office, chances are if you don't like him, others won't too. A joke at his expense might make him a little more humble.
2006-08-14 16:16:26 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hit 'em back with the same language, embarras him in front of the office by being really loud communicating like he does.
2006-08-14 16:13:06 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Block his emails; if you must accept them, respond and ask him to not be so rude...and give him examples of his rudeness. Maybe he doesn't realize he's being rude. Or, simply, if this is an option, ignore them; erase them unread. Don't let him be a jerk to you, but use tact and realize it might be accidental, he might mean well. Hope something here works!
2006-08-14 16:15:25 · answer #8 · answered by robert r 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Photocopy them and spread them around the office. Let everyone know the guy is a asshole and not afraid to show it even in the office. Embarrassment will get the best of him and hopefully he will quit!
2006-08-14 16:14:59 · answer #9 · answered by toobadfaya 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Talk with your Human Resources dept. Perhaps they have a class in sensitivity that they might make available for your department or just the offender.
You shouldn't have to deal with it. I have one in my office who is similar, and it bothers me, but I've learned to ignore it and realize it's just Tom.
2006-08-14 16:13:49 · answer #10 · answered by CheriDonna 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋