Do you think this is rude?

Question

If your co-worker and yourself share the same office space. We are a bit isolated in our own building and get customers/students during our working hours. My co-worker had a scheduled interview and she introduced me to that gentleman but then asked me to dismiss myself for about 20 mins. I think that was rude since my work is done mainly through the computer and we have the whole building to ourselves. I think she could have stepped into another room if she wanted more privacy? What do you all think? Also when I came back after 30 mins she immediately apoligzed to me. In my opinion it was rude and if she knew it was since she said sorry why did she do it. Me and her get along fine so I dont' know what happened there so..what are your thoughts? Thanks!

I am not making this a big deal just strange how she behaved like this??

I am not making this a big deal just strange how she behaved like this??

paulywog and hockey 13...Just answer the question I'm not making a big deal and said it was ok just wanted feedback sheesh!!

Answer 1

I find it a little rude that she basically kicked you out of your own office. She should have at least gave you prior notice and ASKED you, not told you.

I'd just chalk it up to a lapse in judgment, we all have them at some time. She apologized, so, I 'd just leave it be.

Answer 2

I don't see the problem, she was doing HER job and she needed privacy. Since you share the office I think it was appropriate.

HOWEVER, I would've advised you BEFORE the appointment.

As in: "From 1-1:30 I need privacy to do such and such, will it be a problem for you?"

She did apologize and that was another opportunity for you both to set some "guidelines."

Accept her apology, state that in the future you would like notice, and be done with it.

Being at odds with a co-worker is very stressful, do not let this interfere with a good working relationship.

Peace.

Answer 3

You're completely right. That was rude. I'm glad she apologized, you deserved it. Since you guys share space you need to make some rules regarding privacy. She should have asked you first to move but actually she should have used another room to conduct her interview.

Answer 4

She was playing a little power trip on you - why? I don't know. Maybe she was nervous about conducting the interview or she was just power tripping and apologized because she didn't want to appear to be totally rude.

If it happens again - feel free to tell her (with a big smile, of course) that you have work to do but the conference room or office down the hall is open.

Answer 5

She definitely should have made other arrangements for the interview given that you share your space. You may want to talk with her about it to avoid having it happen again.

Answer 6

Yes, it was rude. She should have moved to a private room somewhere else in the building.

Answer 7

Eh, you'll be fine. You got a small break, don't worry about it. Next time, just tell her that she can leave if she wants to have some privacy.

Answer 8

Yes, that is a bit rude. I agree w/ radiation_freak_show 100%

Answer 9

give her some space, her mind is busy and focused and at least she apoligized. If u accepted it then u would not be on this today complaing about something so smallllllll. If she did not apoligize then yes it would be rude maybe.

Answer 10

That's pretty weird..a nooner? An illicit matinee? whatever the reason, she had no right to do that and in future, refuse, just as politely. There is no VIABLE reason for her to do that unless she has something to hide.