What Was Your Worst and Least Favorite Workplace Event
New boss instituted these socials that were "optional" in the sense that if you didn't show up you got a visit from him and he asked why you had missed it and he expressed, with quite a bit of conviction, that he just knew that you'd come to the next one.
Describe What Made This Event or Happening Your Worst
Socializing with colleagues is supposed to be a good way to build morale and make individuals into a team, but the boss made the atmosphere so uncomfortable. He made really gauche personal comments about some of the workers, and obviously didn't know who some of the people were, even some that reported directly to him. Instead of feeling like we were a team, it destroyed the little morale we had. Everyone was very relieved when he left the position.
Advice
- If you must attend an "optional" work-related social event, you should always be on time, make polite conversation and mingle to make sure the right people see you.
- If you dread these events, always have a good excuse to leave prepared in advance so that if you need to escape you can do it gracefully.
- If asked about the event later be polite, but take the initiative to offer alternative suggestions for future events if you have any good ideas.
