23 Things Not To Say To Your Coworkers

23 Things Not To Say To Your CoworkersIts important to get along with your coworkers. You dont have to be best friends, but you do have to make sure you dont alienate or offend anyone you never know when you might need a favor or a contact or a helping hand. googletag.cmd.push(function() googletag.display(div-gpt-ad-1467144145037-0) ) Here are 23 things you should absolutely avoid doing or saying at all costs. Keep your conversation non-contentious and keep your work life drama free.1. How much do you make?This is an awkward and unprofessional thing to ask. Even if your motives arent jealous and competitive, it puts everyone in an awkward position. If you really need to find out, there are probably other ways.2. Can I borrow some money?Okay, so you forgot your wallet in your car or in your other purse. Every once in a very little while its okay to ask someone to spot you, provided you pay them back the next day at the latest. But if youre often misplacing your wallet, dont be surpri sed if you never get invited out for lunches or happy hours anymore.3. HonestlyThis little word can do a surprising amount of damage. If you feel the need to say it, people might wonder why. Are you bedrngnis always speaking honestly?4. Did you hear about?Just dont gossip. It will only reflect badly on you in the long run. Especially if its a negative comment about a coworker. Keep your mouth shut and stay above the fray.5. Those pants look great on youCompliments are always nice, right? Just keep them neutral, and not based on someones appearance or physique. You never want to be accused of sexual harassment. Compliment someones earrings or briefcase instead.6. You people alwaysAny complaint that lumps people togetherbreastfeeding moms, religious people, political partiesis best never said out loud in the workplace. These kinds of comments can also get you in trouble for harassment.7. When are you due?If you havent explicitly been told by a woman that she is pregnant, dont mention itno matter how obvious you think it is. When she decides to share with you about her pregnancy, then (and only then) you can comment. This will save you from awkward moments when you make assumptions that dont turn out to be true.8. Im sorry to bother you.Why? If youre really sorry, you wont do whatever it is youre going to do. Chances are, you have nothing to be sorry about. Try Pardon me do you have a sec? instead.9. Im outta hereIf youre looking for another job, resist the temptation to ask your coworkers if they have any leads. At best, theyll start writing you off as all but gone. And at worst, theyll spill it to your boss.10. Look at this rash.Even if you think you have a fascinating medical problem, nobody at work really wants to be involved. It will probably just gross people out. Feel free to share if you have a headache, but not a boil or wart.11. I thinkDont preface everything with I think, particularly if you arent trying to express being unsure. If you know what youre talking about, go ahead and say it directly.12. Wow, I didnt think youd get thatWhether its a big project or promotion, youll win nothing expressing surprise that a coworker got chosen over you. The only acceptable answer here is Congratulations. Keep your shock to yourself.13. When Im in insert fancy vacation spotIf youre lucky enough to be taking trips to fancy places, try not to brag. While Im away is just fine for work purposes.14. Am I invited?Everyone is heading out to lunch and youre still at your desk. Chances are, you werent invited. Dont make things awkward. Give them a chance to ask you along, but if they dont, then dont make a scene.15. Hook upEven if youre just innocently asking someone if they want to grab coffee over the weekend or after work, dont use the words hook up. Get together will do just fine and spares you the weird sexual overtones.16. They wont miss theseYou pocket some goodies from the snack room to take home to your roommates. All well and good unless y ou get caughta fire-able offense. Never mind the fact that you shouldnt steal from work talking about it will only increase your chances of being caught.17. My boyfriend blah blah blahConstantly indulging personal details is not going to win you many work pals. Its okay to talk about this with your actual pals, but keep your mouth shut when unsure of the company. You dont want to be the TMI coworker voted mostly likely to overshare.18. She took all the credit for my ideaEven if its true, youll look like a sore loser if you say it out loud. Keep it to yourself, or address the credit-stealer individually in a more appropriate circumstance.19. Can I borrow your personal toiletry?No coworker is close enough to share deodorant. Just dont ask. If you need some, go buy it in your lunch break.20. Im suing.Dont make empty threats. If you have a legitimate grievance, talk to your lawyer about it, not your coworkers. Dont compromise your case by blabbing off.21. Your kid doesnt seemJust say no to ever making critical comments about your coworkers children. If you dont have something nice to say about them, keep your mouth shutor lose the popularity contest before youve even begun.22. Maybe you should join a gymUnless youve been asked directly for fitness or diet advice, dont broach this subject with anyone. Even if you think a bit of exercise could help them. They will almost always be hurt.23. When are you retiring anyway?Answer NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS. Plus, its very unwise to make assumptions about a coworkers age.