SunsetRed Posted March 31, 2011 Share Posted March 31, 2011 I have this co worker that I'm blessed to only have to see one day out of my work week, otherwise this issue would really eat away at me. She is constantly accusing me of being negative. I am so not a negative person and all my other co workers love me and laugh over the things I say/do. I can be a bit sarcastic, but I do it in a funny way. Last week my co worker called me a "bundle of negativity" I simply shot back "no, I'm not. If you see negativity, then negativity is in you, but it's definetly not in me" I think my solution is simply going to be to not talk when I'm around her. I'll just do my job and only speak about business related matters. I thought about pointing out everytime she complains about work or the work environment, but me pointing out her negativity would probably just make things worse. I just wonder what's up with her.. Link to post Share on other sites
Bionic Me Posted March 31, 2011 Share Posted March 31, 2011 Is she speaking about your work ethics or you as a person? At the end, you are both there to do a job and not to just like each other. I know that is a whole lot more pleasant and productive to work in harmony. What she thinks about you should roll off of you, if it's not about the work you do. She sounds like a hater. Ignore her and good luck! Link to post Share on other sites
SincereOnlineGuy Posted April 5, 2011 Share Posted April 5, 2011 I have this co worker that I'm blessed to only have to see one day out of my work week, otherwise this issue would really eat away at me. She is constantly accusing me of being negative. I am so not a negative person and all my other co workers love me and laugh over the things I say/do. I can be a bit sarcastic, but I do it in a funny way. Last week my co worker called me a "bundle of negativity" I simply shot back "no, I'm not. If you see negativity, then negativity is in you, but it's definetly not in me" I just wonder what's up with her.. In modern times, "realists" are often confused with Negative Nancys. Link to post Share on other sites
jean-luc sisko Posted April 9, 2011 Share Posted April 9, 2011 Ask her "why do you think I am negative? Is it xyz that I do or say that makes you say this?" If she cannot give a cogent answer, then just ignore her. If she does say that xyz is causing it, then limit xyz. I personally believe that one should never be negative in the workplace, whether by demeanour, actions or verbal statements. Negative situations should be turned to positives. A bad boss should be seen as s/he not being able to act any other way. A poor performance appraisal should be seen as a means to improve. Too much of a workload should be seen as a means to prove one's productivity and the ability to handle pressure/stress. Ultimately, if one hates their job so much, either see the glass as half full or find another job. Link to post Share on other sites
SpiralOut Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 It might be the sarcasm. Some people just don't understand that form of humour. Link to post Share on other sites
perfectlyunique Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 I have this co worker that I'm blessed to only have to see one day out of my work week, otherwise this issue would really eat away at me. She is constantly accusing me of being negative. I am so not a negative person and all my other co workers love me and laugh over the things I say/do. I can be a bit sarcastic, but I do it in a funny way. Last week my co worker called me a "bundle of negativity" I simply shot back "no, I'm not. If you see negativity, then negativity is in you, but it's definetly not in me" I think my solution is simply going to be to not talk when I'm around her. I'll just do my job and only speak about business related matters. I thought about pointing out everytime she complains about work or the work environment, but me pointing out her negativity would probably just make things worse. I just wonder what's up with her.. some people dont get sarcasm my bf is really sarcastic and at first i took it personally and it could upset me but thats just what hes like and he does it to everyone..even to his boss at work...hes always trying to have a laugh. just ignore this person..dnt change who you are other people like you so its not a problem. Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine63 Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 just ignore her. I know, that is easier said than done when you have to be with or work with someone. Usually when we have an "issue" with someone whatever is bugging us about the other person is something we do ourselves...food for thought. Link to post Share on other sites
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