| > You seem like a miserable person to be around. This is outrageously inappropriate. Coworkers who are so willing to be cruel are exactly what makes me uncomfortable in social situations at work. Bullying is always inappropriate. Social interaction at work should be optional and consent should be obtained before revealing personal information. People have different preferences and those preferences should be respected. I can’t believe I even have to say that. > It's cake and a break from work. Even if you hate every single person you work with with a burning passion, it's still cake and a break from work. It’s not about hating your coworkers. It’s about social anxiety, professional conduct, and personal liberty. Don’t lie to me about the purpose of a meeting and don’t use my professional time for your personal entertainment. I have a life outside of work. I don’t appreciate wasting working time because I still have to do the work. Don’t interpret my discomfort in forced social situations as a personal insult. > I can only understand this opinion if its some kind of forced event after or before work, or worse you're the employer and just want people making you money only. It doesn’t matter what you understand. Your behavior is inappropriate. I doubt it was your intention to hurt anyone so take the feedback, adjust your behavior, and move on. > But getting paid to take an extra break and then scolding your coworkers seems a step too far I am paid a salary. The work has to get done. Social interaction isn’t free. I still have to find time to do the work. |