What will you do when you get annoyed by one of your colleague?

@yspmyl (3435)
Malaysia
October 4, 2010 6:00am CST
I have this colleague that always like to sit on other people's place and using their computer. It happened to me as well. I really do not like it when she just came and start searching in my computer, even thought that is the company computer. I really get annoy and I am the type of person that do not like to argue with people. I will just let it happen. But it really annoy me. What will you do if you have a colleague like her?
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9 responses
@CJscott (4187)
• Portage La Prairie, Manitoba
4 Oct 10
It is at your work station, and normally you are the only one that uses the computer? I would put a password on the screen saver, and set it up, so that it started up right away, like they do in the electronic stores you know? If the problem persisted, I would address it with the colleague, then the manager, also, were I in your position. Sincerely and With Appreciation.
@yspmyl (3435)
• Malaysia
5 Oct 10
Yes, it is the place where I do my work. Since I got some suggestion from mylotter, I have set up password to my computer, now she can't simply explore my computer anymore...
@aeiou78 (3445)
• Malaysia
4 Oct 10
Whatever belongs to company can be used by the staffs of the company. Unless there is something sensitive or private and confidential, and you are not supposed to disclose it, then you must stop anyone to use your computer. Nowadays, you can same your data in your USB dirve or Portable hard disk. Be smile and happy all the while.
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@yspmyl (3435)
• Malaysia
5 Oct 10
Yes, it is the company computer, but since she is from the other department and she not supposed to explore into my computer without asking permission. But anyways I have set up the password and now no one can access into my computer, except those who know the password.
@hushi22 (4928)
4 Oct 10
just tell that person in a subtle way that you don't like what she did.
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@yspmyl (3435)
• Malaysia
4 Oct 10
Right! I think I will put up banner and say "HEY! DO NOT TOUCH MY COMPUTER!"
@genius277 (535)
• Indonesia
4 Oct 10
Maybe she just want to look for your attention, try to talk with her ,get a conversation but don't show that you are getting annoyed by her, talk about everything as if she is your friend. Just think positive about her ,who knows she will be your friend or maybe your best friend.
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@yspmyl (3435)
• Malaysia
5 Oct 10
I used to be quite close to her but when I get to know her more, I felt more annoyed by her. I don't like her actually. She is kind of selfish person and do not like to share things. And worst part she likes to look into others people's computer. That make me do not like her.
• Philippines
6 Oct 10
it also happens here in my work. she seldom comes and uses computer. she annoys me everytime she uses my computer without any hi hello im gonna use your computer., even though its a company's property, what really annoys me is that when she sits in my chair, she gets my pillow and seat on it. that pillow was given by my boyfriend for me to use if i want to get a nap, or rest my head for a while. i felt pity on my pillow when seats on with it. :( aside from that, after using the computer she tends to leave the applications she had opened. every now and then, i was the one to closed those applications. she also left unnecessary things in my table that adds on my annoyment towards her. what i did, when she used again the computer, i took my pillow and did not talk to her for awhile. from that day, she's always asking for permission to used it. i guess, actions speak louder than voice. it just my body language who passed the message towards her. :)
@yspmyl (3435)
• Malaysia
7 Oct 10
Yes, I agree with you, some people need to be speak slightly loud to them in order for them to respect you. This method works for me quite many time. Especially for those who are really act deaf.
@daiweian06 (1405)
23 Dec 10
Tell her that your not feeling good each time she's using your computer. Ask her why she loves to use your computer since you have your own. Don't be afraid to express yourself and argue her. Since your in a place to talk to her like that. Using others computer is like using and seeing your thins without your permission. Or try to lock the monitor so that she can't use it without your permission and password. Good day!
@yspmyl (3435)
• Malaysia
23 Dec 10
Hi! This problem did not happen anymore since I have already set up password and no one can use my computer anymore and only those IT department who have the password can enter into my computer.
@Hatley (163781)
• Garden Grove, California
4 Oct 10
hi if that happened to me ev en at work I would tell them that I am not comfortable letting anyone use my computer but me, and thats even my own son. that should not be considered as arguing just stating a simple fact. I doubt that anyone wants to let others use their computers even if they are company owned.so I would finally stick up for my rights and tell her not to do that and to abstain from using my computer.Most times even at work you will have made changes to suit your own use on the computer.
@yspmyl (3435)
• Malaysia
5 Oct 10
I wish I will do that, but I just worry that that may make our relationship turn sour. But anyway, I have already setup password and now no one can use my computer except those that I allow to and have the password.
@Penta910 (12)
• United States
5 Oct 10
Honestly, if this is the only problem you have with the people you work with, consider yourself lucky. This seems quite trivial to me.
@yspmyl (3435)
• Malaysia
5 Oct 10
I am consider quite lucky and most of my colleague are friendly and we all work together except her. She used to be quite nice and friendly, and of course she is still friendly but just she annoyed me with the bad habit.
• Philippines
22 Jul 11
do you mean to say that she uses your computer without permission? what a nosy colleague you have. have you confronted her about it? maybe you should have a talk with her, and explain to her that you find it annoying whenever she uses your computer without permission. if you don't tell her upfront, she will keep on doing this because she will feel its OK with you. don't tolerate this kind of attitude. stop it while it's early. have a nice day - kat