My name is Laura, and I work as a nanny. I like my job, but like many people, run into some classic bad coworkers. Here are some reasons they are the absolute worst:
1. They give you the silent treatment.
We spend all day together, Jeff. Let's have a conversation. You could ask me how my day is going or whether I have any plans for the weekend, but you never ask me anything. I have tried in the past to start conversations with you; yesterday I asked you how your tummy was feeling, whether you were hungry, and whether you were tired. No response.
2. They give you the opposite of the silent treatment.
Yes, Gina, you told me about your new puppy. I've heard about your trucks. I know that your bear's name is Tiger, and no, that doesn't make sense. Would you give me some space, please? I need to have these reports on Mr. Jensen's desk by 5 p.m. Who's Mr. Jensen, you ask? Um, our boss? Gina, you're such a joker.
3. They have weak back and neck muscles.
It is very frustrating to have co-workers with back and neck muscles that are only a few months old. They are slowly strengthening those muscles by rolling over, but until they are able to sit and stand on their own, it is my job to do all their work for them! I carry them from place to place, feed them, and even clean up their poop. Time for me to talk to HR!
4. They can never agree on where to eat lunch.
Rachel likes tacos, but Kate won't eat any food that has more than two colors touching. Make up your minds, you guys! Your parents left me $20 so we could go get pizza, or we could stay at the house and I could make grilled cheese. Ugh, this is a classic office conundrum!
5. They act confused when you call your workplace an "office" or refer to them as your "co-workers."
"What do you mean?" they constantly ask. "What are you talking about?" they demand. Come on, you guys. Am I the only one who takes this job seriously? Classic co-workers!
