i'm always nice to everyone but will not engage in a conversation with just anyone. I have a problem with certain people 'cause they aren't/ or don't want to be smart enough to get it. what do you do in such cases because the thing is that they will ignore you next time. instead of saying hi they'll just ignore you which I don't mind but I find it stupid if someone's pretending not to see you and you two are like in the same room and then I'll be the one saying hello to them.
like I said I'm always polite but others have a problem when they realize you don't want them any closer than that. this can be esp. bad if you come from a small town and it can unfortunately damage your career prospects 'cause where I come from people are not professional.
thanks
2006-11-24 08:54:35 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
At least say "hello" to them. Like my grandfather used to tell my mom and her brother and sisters: "You don't have to socialize with someone you don't care for, but you do have to at least say "hello" to them if you pass them on the street. He went on to say: I better not ever hear of any of you not at least saying "hello" to someone". I think that is still good advice today. Just say "hello" and that's it. You really aren't obligated to carry on a lengthy conversation with them if you don't care for them.
2006-11-24 12:37:47 · answer #1 · answered by BRIAN W 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Even if you run into someone you don't like, you should probably say hello. You should maintain your professionality at all times and by being polite you are actually showing them up. Greeting these people formally and then going about your business will give them the hint that you are not up for idle chit chat. Remember, life is funny and you never know who you may meet again in the future so always be polite to all. That impolite, unprofessional slob you meet, may someday be mayor!
2006-11-24 17:02:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't engage in conversation with someone that's trying to be civil with you, it's called 'snubbing' them. It hurts people, and many won't give you another chance to be civil.
'I have a problem with certain people 'cause they aren't/ or don't want to be smart enough to get it. '
I don't know what that means, but it sounds like you think other people are stupid and a waste of your time.
But if it's someone that could potentially be in a position to advance your career, suck it up. Talk to the stupid little people that are beneath you and look out for number one.
2006-11-24 16:59:18 · answer #3 · answered by babyitsyou31 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The reason why some people react the way they reacted is because of inferiority complex. Some feel that they been intimidated by the person in front of them, but the reality is no is below and no one is above us except GOD.
2006-11-24 22:47:50 · answer #4 · answered by linda c 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
change you body language thats whats causing the problem
2006-11-24 16:56:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't get it?Smart enough to get what?
2006-11-24 16:57:24 · answer #6 · answered by Zoe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋