There was a conflict on interest between a coworker and I on Monday resulting in a incident.To be honest, it all started with the other coworker throwing a pen towards my face.I have to face these people today however in my opinion I should switch shifts just to advoid them as I dont completly trust them anymore.Until I do Should I talk to my coworkers or just try to be strictly business for now on?
2006-09-13 03:02:19 · 10 answers · asked by wsm0628 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Its a tough situation... but with all honesty would you like to remain "friends" with some one that throws a pen to your face?
I know i wouldn't, not even if it was meant to be harmless; if it wasn't meant to be harmless even worse!
Avoid contact with them but if you happen to come across them then be nice (not hypocritical)
If you have the choice to change shifts then do it !! It will be for your benefit.
And no dont tell your boss unless you decide to change shifts and h/she wants a reason why, Besides that do not tell your boss word will get around or your boss might go and try to sit you and your co-worker together so you can make-up or just to get the story from both side.
Trust me...It only makes the problem worse especially when you are dealing with some one so inmature that they throw pens at faces!
GOOD LUCK. I hope I was able to help you.
2006-09-13 03:15:52 · answer #1 · answered by Social 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go with strictly business until things settle down.
Btw, throwing a pen at someone is dangerous activity that could result in injury. Speak to the co-worker who did that and voice your concerns in a business like manner. Then report what happened to your supervisor.
When a hostile work environment is created, then there needs to be some action taken by the supevisor or management.
2006-09-13 10:12:11 · answer #2 · answered by Bluealt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try and sort it out with the co-worker, and if you can't get it settled then the two of you should sit down with HR and hash it out until you come to a point where you are happy. You have to face these people everyday, and since it is obviously bothering you, eventually it will start to affect your productivity and your job satisfaction. If you do not get it settled, you will probably be so unhappy at your job that you will start looking elsewhere.
Nip it early so it does not affect your life anymore. Probably a 10 minute discussion between you two and your HR department will get it settled.
Good luck
2006-09-13 10:17:48 · answer #3 · answered by BG 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey,
I dont know how is ur nature , if U can take them directly if not then let do as much as they want , & in deed ask for more are u satisfied so early they will themsefl fell that they involved in some krap & might stop it if not imm but with time .
Always smil N compliment them with their comment I am sure they will sucked with this attitude of ur give more , well I have tried this myself & have stopped a smilar sought of tease.
2006-09-13 10:25:03 · answer #4 · answered by ACE 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Strictly Business, Work is Work. Some co-workers refuse to be friendly.
2006-09-13 10:05:16 · answer #5 · answered by 2BaD4u 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should talk to your boss about it, don't be quiet about it. Throwing a pen, although immature, can hurt you if it hits you in the eye. I would not talk to the co-workers about this because then they will think you backstab people.
-rocketsfan4lyfe
2006-09-13 10:04:53 · answer #6 · answered by Henry_Tee 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah - all the posters are right.. You aren't there for social hour.
Stick to your job. I would definately report the pen-thrower to his/her supervisor though.
2006-09-13 10:10:31 · answer #7 · answered by crazyotto65 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure a "Group Hug" is gonna work huh?
2006-09-13 10:11:11 · answer #8 · answered by Skeeter 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
strictly business.
2006-09-13 10:04:39 · answer #9 · answered by themysterious 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont be snobby, be friendly but keep it to bussiness....dont let them give u a hard time..
2006-09-13 10:05:05 · answer #10 · answered by ET 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋