I hate my , my coworkers.....

[Lu82]

A friend of mine(well so called friend) got me the job a month ago because i wasent happy with my previous job even though my previous coworkers were great.Anyways me and my so called friend got into an argument because he was just trying to boss me around all the time wih no right so were not talking anymore my boss told me she was going to work our schedules around that way we dont work with eachother, but now im having problems with the other guys that work there too, they try to boss me around and sometimes they're just plain rude, were constantly arguing i want to quit. and since i dont let them boss me around and im a better worker than they are they dont like that.what should i do?help.

[JKmadu619]

It depends, are they just annoying, or are they bullying?

They could be "Bossy" because they are more senior than you at the job. They feel entitled to being mean to the lowest of the food chain. You will gain respect eventually.

If they are annoying, that's just life. Some people are jerks, and you can't do anything.

If it is legitimate bullying you could possibly consider sueing. Because bullying in the workplace is neither legal, nor acceptable.

I would advisie determining what is what and possibly taking legal action if that is what you determine is the most suitable way to handle this issue.

- Justin

[chook14]

Hi,
When I started my new job, my coworkers always seemed frustrated with me and bossed me around a lot. However now that I've settled in, everything's fine It can be very stressful trying to train a new person whilst still trying to do your own work especially in a busy work place. So I understand why they weren't always polite to me back then. Maybe your coworkers are just stressed out and accidentally taking it out on you...you could wait a week or 2 and see if it gets better when they start trusting you more with the job. But if it's really making you feel bad you should definitely say something to them, or tell your boss when they're not around. You shouldn't have to feel unhappy at work. If it doesn't get better the best thing might be to quit and find another job where you're happy Good luck!

[BDF]

It's a job. Just do what they ask, and give your real boss the priority. If he asks for something, do it, regardless of what the others say. After all, it's what you get paid for. On your break, you're entitled to a break so f*** everyone else and their demands. If you feel like doing someone a favour it's up to you, and you make that clear to them. Over time I imagine people will gain more respect for you and this pressure will ease off. Note: respect doesn't necessarily mean they'l like you.

I'm pretty sure nothing of what they say at this stage is exactly personal. You'd have to wait longer to see.

To discourage them from pushing too far, just stick to your job description. If it's not in your job description to constantly run round, bringing them coffee for example, don't do it, unless your boss asks. Just tell them you're busy doing what is in your job description and what you get paid for. Stick to your job. Another reason to do this also is you don't want to end up responsible for something going wrong that wasn't even your job, and end up being framed for it by other workers.

[Sea Monkey]

Hi there,

Sometimes work can be tough, particularly when we don't get along with our colleagues or others we work with. Resigning is not always the right option. Arguing back is not always helpful, it could lead you into more trouble; ignoring the rudeness would be a good thing. They may stop 'bossing' you around, however if the problems still persist and they continue to be really nasty, I'd recommend talking to your manager about what has been happening with them; they would usually sort things out.

If you need anything, feel free to PM me.