There are times when coworkers ask too many personal questions and interfere with where they aren't wanted.If you are a private person this can be annoying.There are a number of ways that you can deal with this situation.Try to answer personal questions in a short amount of time.It's possible to avoid getting into conversations with people you don't like by signaling that you're busy.
Step 1: You can leave the conversation if you feel uncomfortable.
It's easy to leave a conversation in a workplace because you can always say you need to go do some work.Inform the person that there is a task you need to do if you get asked a question that makes you uncomfortable.If you work directly with the person and you can't use a work task as an excuse to leave, excuse yourself to go to the bathroom.
Step 2: Asking them the same question will distract them.
It is possible to avoid a topic without saying you don't want to talk about it.If you are unsure about a question, ask them the same question back.If someone asks when you will have children, inform them that you don't know and ask them the same question.Nosy people enjoy talking about themselves and will often jump at the chance to talk about their personal lives.
Step 3: Don't answer questions that you find awkward.
If you want to avoid answering a question, humor is a great way to do it.If you are asked an awkward question, reply with a joke.If someone asks how much you earn, you could say, "Half of what I'm worth." If you can't think of a clever response on the spot, laugh gently at their question as if you thought it was a joke.You could say, "That's a funny question," if someone asked you how old you are.
Step 4: To keep yourself out of the spotlight, respond vaguely and change the topic.
People are unlikely to continue the conversation if you give boring, dull, or vague answers.If you give them an uninteresting answer, ask them a question about something else.If someone asks you why you are single, you could say, "I like to keep to myself."Giving short and vague answers will make it hard for the person to come up with further questions.Say, "I'm good" if someone asks how you are.
Step 5: You should prepare responses to questions you don't like.
You are frequently asked the same questions at different stages of your life.Having responses prepared to the recurring questions will take the pressure off and prevent you from giving away more personal information than you want to.Think about the questions that make you uncomfortable.You can use the responses to these later.When you are having a baby, you could say, "We're focusing on our relationship at the moment."When you are asked when you will retire, you could reply with, "I'm enjoying my job right now."I will leave when the time is right.
Step 6: If you have to, communicate that you are not comfortable with the question.
The most effective approach is often the most direct.When someone asks you an uncomfortable question, look them in the eyes and say "I'd prefer not to talk about that." If they continue to question you, repeat your answer and then walk away from the conversation.To minimize any offense that might be taken from your blunt response, try to use a polite tone.
Step 7: Tell the truth to answer the questions.
Lying will lead to stress and drama.You have to tell more than one lie.If you don't answer the question, respond with a short but honest answer.
Step 8: If you don't want to chat, send non-verbal clues that you are busy.
People don't approach you if you look busy, that's a great way to avoid questions.Make eye contact with people you don't want to talk to.People think you can't hear them if you put headphones in.Stand up and say that you need to leave the room.Turn your body towards the door if you are already standing.If you sense that someone is going to ask a question, get your phone out and check your emails.This will let them know that you are busy.Some people are not good at taking subtle hints.You have to tell the person that you are busy or don't want to chat right now.
Step 9: You can block or limit their access to your social media profiles.
There is a lot of personal information on social media.This can make co-workers curious.It's a good idea to limit what information coworkers can see about you on social media.It is a good idea to keep your social media accounts private.
Step 10: If the person is trying to be friendly, look for people who are interested in you.
People ask personal questions in order to deepen their relationship.If you can see the persons questions as an indication that they want to pursue a friendship with you, try to assume the best.Do you want to become friends with the person?Sharing small details about yourself will help you form a relationship with them.If you don't want to have a friendship with someone, be tactful.It is a good idea to keep your distance from someone who is known as a gossip.
Step 11: Ask your colleagues not to look at your personal possessions.
If you notice someone looking through your personal items, confront them.Try to stay calm, otherwise it can cause an unnecessary scene and make it look like you are trying to hide something.Inform your supervisor if the person continues to touch your things.
Step 12: Don't sit next to people that are not nice in social situations.
Social settings include after-work drinks, lunch, and Christmas parties.If you don't feel like talking to someone, avoid sitting by them.Tell a friend at work that you don't like a certain person and ask them to rescue you if they see that person talking to you.Don't attend social gatherings at your coworker's house.This could mean that you want to be friends with them.