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female
age
51-59,
anonymous
writes:Hi. I'm not one for being anti-social. I'm usually quite a jolly person with a good sense of humour - but I started a new job not long ago (a temporary job) - and all my workmates just keep themselves to themselves! - If you've been on holiday - they never ask if you had a good time, or when you turn up for work in the morning they never ask how you are!! - I don't even think they know if I'm married, single or divorced or even care!! - I'm single by the way - so that makes things seem even lonlier!Is this normal behaviour? - I know we work in a busy environment - but I've never experienced staff like it!!
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reader, Orbiter +, writes (4 May 2011):
No I wouldn't say that's normal. I've never worked in or heard of a place like that.
Even in very busy jobs most people I knew would politely enquire as to how something like a holiday had been. It wasn't always an in-depth converstaion just a quick question to be civil.
Maybe because it is temporary work they don't feel the need to get to know anyone, or maybe they are exceptionally busy. Or maybe by chance there's lots of people like male anonymous there who like peace and quiet.
You could continue to try talking to them but if that doesn't work at least it's only a temporary job!
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reader, anonymous, writes (4 May 2011): Maybe it's because you are a temp they just don't feel like they want to get to know someone who won't be around for long? Not their fault and not yours. You sound like a fun person, don't let it get you down. Be yourself, say "hi" every morning and spread the love. They'll miss you when you move on!
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reader, anonymous, writes (4 May 2011): I imagine there are some cultural differences, but the fact of the matter is that you will see people of all personality types. Frankly, I think I would get along just fine at your work place. Some people simply prefer to be left alone to do their work. They like peace and quiet. Additionally, it could simply come down to the fact that these people do not enjoy their job and would rather focus on their work so they can get out of there. Perhaps you just need to try opening up to them on a regular basis and maybe go out a couple times.
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