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Everyone should put the desk area as they see fit when they come in.
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Since most like the keyboard flat, you are responsible to change it back.
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The problem is not the keyboard but that your coworker thinks she can boss you around.
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The problem is not the keyboard but that you don't want to change the keyboard to make her happy.
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10-21-2011, 06:09 PM
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Re: Coworker Spat
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Originally Posted by aegsm76
How long does it take to change it back the way she wants it? If it takes a short period of time, then I would change it before I left.
I would also say that she must have some other issues in her life if this issue is that important to her.
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It doesn't take that long, it's just the point. I think I am going to change it back but not work anywhere near the desk when she is there if I can help it.
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10-21-2011, 06:11 PM
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Re: Coworker Spat
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Originally Posted by ILG
It's a rather odd arrangement. We work at the same time but sort of at our own respective desks. So, I can have it the way I want it for a shift, sort of.
I put a foot stool down and a floor mat down as well and remove those when I leave.
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So, sometimes she has to share your work area, but it's largely your area? Does she have to utilize information or equipment that is at your work area during your shift?
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10-21-2011, 06:15 PM
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Re: Coworker Spat
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Originally Posted by aegsm76
How long does it take to change it back the way she wants it? If it takes a short period of time, then I would change it before I left.
I would also say that she must have some other issues in her life if this issue is that important to her.
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Yeah, I guess I should remember that. It's hard to feel compassion to someone who just seems to like to make your life hard.
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10-21-2011, 06:17 PM
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Re: Coworker Spat
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Originally Posted by Phoenix
I always put things back the way I found them. Or, the way that I know the next person will find most beneficial.  I'm always thinking about what will make it easier for others to do their job and I do go out of my way to do those things. I have no idea what you should do in this situation, but I do know that I would put it back the way it was when I found it. |
I am naturally the kind of person who tries to make things easier for another but I have learned over the years that if I do that, I don't get treated fairly. People take advantage so I do tend to draw lines sometimes, like with this issue.
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10-21-2011, 06:19 PM
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Re: Coworker Spat
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Originally Posted by Amanah
you could make it like a reward/punishment system, when she pleases you, fix it the way she wants it; when she annoys you, dont fix it and leave gum wrappers and empty soda cans on the desk.
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LOL! I sure could! Actually, I NEVER leave that kind of stuff behind. I think that would be just plain rude. However, she once left a part of a banana. It was tempting to make a big deal out of it.  But did I? Noooooooo!!! I picked it up and never said a word because that's just the kind of nice person I am! Anyway, if I did do that, she wouldn't see the irony nor learn the lesson.
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10-21-2011, 06:21 PM
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Re: Coworker Spat
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Originally Posted by Pressing-On
So, sometimes she has to share your work area, but it's largely your area? Does she have to utilize information or equipment that is at your work area during your shift?
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Yes, that is sometimes the case but it is largely my area. However I have gone to another area and forgotten to pick up my footstool. Horrors. It was a real issue. It could not go unmentioned!! It is like this anytime I forget and it makes it hard to want to comply. I drew a line at the keyboard because I have to change it when I get there, so why can't she?
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When I was young and clever, I wanted to change the world. Now that I am older and wiser, I strive to change myself. ~
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10-21-2011, 06:23 PM
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Re: Coworker Spat
Hey, ya'll don't forget the poll!!
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Those who say it cannot be done should not interrupt the people doing it. ~Chinese Proverb
When I was young and clever, I wanted to change the world. Now that I am older and wiser, I strive to change myself. ~
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10-21-2011, 06:25 PM
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Re: Coworker Spat
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Originally Posted by ILG
Yes, that is sometimes the case but it is largely my area. However I have gone to another area and forgotten to pick up my footstool. Horrors. It was a real issue. It could not go unmentioned!! It is like this anytime I forget and it makes it hard to want to comply. I drew a line at the keyboard because I have to change it when I get there, so why can't she?
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Well, sorry about your trouble. That is why I was in sales. I didn't have to sit around an office full of women. I'd rather sit under a bridge with a tin can. LOL! Good luck! This problem is not going to go away any time soon.
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10-21-2011, 06:26 PM
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Re: Coworker Spat
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Hey, ya'll don't forget the poll!!
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There wasn't one for going postal on her. I can't vote. 
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10-21-2011, 06:26 PM
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Re: Coworker Spat
Okay, I wanted your honest opinions so I didn't tell you this yet. I talked to my supervisor about it and she wants me to put the keyboard back to "keep the peace". I feel like she said this because she knows I am more compliant and it irks me. Grrrr. Sure, I can put the keyboard back but it's not going to change the issue.
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When I was young and clever, I wanted to change the world. Now that I am older and wiser, I strive to change myself. ~
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