12 Ways Youre Really Annoying in the Office

12 Ways Youre Really Annoying in the Office Id first like to  point out Im a true believer in the power of positivity. A negative mindset feeds itself and  makes matters worse.  In most cases its  better to give people the benefit of the doubt; after all,  no ones perfect. Nitpicking is a toxic activity I also believe self-reflection is an important part of spreading joy and positivity.  Are you doing all you can to make the office  a better place? Lets now  engage in a special  exercise, whereby we check ourselves against some  annoying  habits, with a view to improve.  Be honest, are you guilty of the following? (Caution:  sarcasm, grumpiness and severe intolerance  present throughout). 1. Eating smelly lunches  at the desk Salmon is great, isnt it? Full of Omega 3  and so  tasty. Much like tuna actually. Eggs are also a scrumptious lunch choice. They all  go well  inside a bread roll and a LUNCHBOX. A lunchbox that stays in the kitchen and nowhere near me or my work station. Thank you. 2. Enjoying loud snacks ALL DAY I love a good carrot. What I dont love is listening to Woody Woodpecker finish 18 of the orange delights  every day. You make that jackhammer outside sound pleasant. 3. Talking really loudly on the phone Thats so sad that David just cancelled that meeting last minute. Also, Im genuinely gutted for you that Sarah bombed out in her interview. I find the  best way to deal with bad news is to talk quietly on your mobile device in a place that doesnt disturb my work. 4. Listening to loud music through headphones Justin Bieber really has made an amazing comeback. I know you agree with me because hes all you listen to;  your headphones are extremely loud.  His new tracks are great, but  so is hearing myself think. 5. Complaining about a cold You really are a hero for coming in today, you look and sound dreadful. With a bit of luck Ill catch it off you and we can both moan together. #twinning 6. Being a Goldilocks about the office  temperature Too hot, too cold, too hot, too cold. The air is not porridge.  Repeat after me: put jumper on if cold, take jumper off if hot. Problem solved. 6. Copying  other peoples outfits I saw you eyeing off my pinstripe trousers last week, and now I see you eyeing your reflection as you walk past reception in your new getup, telling Sally how stripes are in again. No, just no. Stripes are my thing and we cant have matching outfits. 7. Asking too many pointless questions There is something extremely satisfying about working things out for yourself, or consulting Old Mate Google. Nuff said. 8. Assuming things without checking I know what youre thinking. I cant win, you just said stop asking too many questions. And yes, yes I did. But there is a difference between conducting your own research, and assuming things and getting them wrong. 9. Whinging about hangovers You went out and had a great night, thats so lovely. Whats that? Too much alcohol got you feeling a little queezy this morning? Allow me to pour you a cup of concrete  because its time to harden up. As if you are surprised. Now pop a Berocca and crack on. 10. Calling unnecessary  meetings My time is valuable. Lets not over-formalise something we could just speak about in the kitchen while making coffees. 11. Sending spammy emails I dont need to be CCd into every email you send. I also dont need to be kept up to date on everything you do. And I DEFINITELY dont need you to email me when you  sit literally 5 desks away. I can hear you breathing right now. I could poke you with my pen without even moving my chair, thats all Im saying. 12. Putting things in diaries without consent If you have the privilege of viewing my diary, do not abuse it. I was going to get my hair cut on Thursday morning, and thanks to your random last-minute training session Ive had to reschedule to a time outside of working hours.  Rant over ??