How would you handle a co-worker giving you unwanted attention at work. Like always trying to sit next to you.....or trying to talk to you when you are busy working....or staring at you a lot? I just started this job so I was trying to be nice to everyone......but if my trying to be nice was taking out of context, is there some way to correct the mistake? Or should I try to ignore it?
2006-12-13 04:11:23 · 6 answers · asked by needadvice 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Politely tell the co-worker that their attention is appreciated but unwelcome. Immediately write yourself an email stating you did this. If the co-worker persists, tell the co-worker this is the seond time you are going to warn them about the situation and the next stop is HR. Again, write yourself an email. If it still persists, print out the emails and take them to HR. Keep in mind, in any potential harrassment case, documentation is crucial - hence the self addressed emails as they are dated and timed.
2006-12-13 06:42:57 · answer #1 · answered by lilrubberducky 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's a member of the opposite sex and this attention is unwarranted. Be firm and let them know. Say hey you know it's kind of hard for me to work with you next to me I appreciate you wanting to make sure I am doing things right but I think I've got it by now. Or you can do option # 2 Ignore.
2006-12-13 04:15:27 · answer #2 · answered by isladelmar7 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would ignore it for the most part, but if they bother you when you are busy, politely say that you can't chat right now. It might not be a bad idea to tell your supervisor, just so that if someone says something about the situation, they know what your stand point is.
2006-12-13 04:15:07 · answer #3 · answered by Phoenix, Wise Guru 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I always found being polite but ignoring them to be the easiest way. Eventually they get the hint. Don't try and make them mad. It helps to have all the friends you can have in the work place.
2006-12-13 04:20:42 · answer #4 · answered by Jill P 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honesty and respect Are always the best policy. Keeping the "golden Rule" in mind and avoiding embarrassment to all involved-be gentle but honest. Define your boundaries,remember that no one is a mind reader. Tell the person what you want and what is expected and required concerning both parties, referring to appropriate behavior in the work place. I always have to remind myself in communicating within All my relationships - not to ASSUME---
2006-12-13 04:25:22 · answer #5 · answered by cecilia s 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be polite and ask not to. If it persist, remember this, Harrassment is not just sexual anymore. Tell your supervisor.
2006-12-13 04:21:02 · answer #6 · answered by ThePerfectStranger 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋