A really loud super annoying guy is moving to the desk across from me, should I complain about it?

Question

This guy is a know-it-all, loud, super irritating person. He currently sits a few desks down from me and I cringe every time I hear his voice. Now, he wants to move across from me, because he thinks the people near him are too loud. All he does is chit chat. I was told the decision has already been made. Should I talk to his boss about it or just not rock the boat?

Answer 1

if you insult him, then he will probably either make a comeback or insult you. try to ignore him and if he won't shut up, ask him to please be quiet, so OTHER people can to do their work- with a hint of urge and rage.

Answer 2

it sounds like you and the loud guy have two different bosses. if that's the case talk to your own boss about his move. gently but firmly express - NOT complain - how it will possibly affect your productivity at work - then your own boss will be and should be aware of the situation - but this should not be an excuse for you not to be productive at all. the loud guy may be just loud but if he's an asset to the company the management should  find ways to minimize the friction between employees. good luck.

Answer 3

Don't rock the boat and live with it.  It s*cks, but there's no way to change it without coming across as a troublemaker, prima donna, not a "team player", etc.  They won't remember that he's loud, they'll remember that you had a problem with him and don't play well with others.

I can relate ... been there many times.  Get some head phones or ear plugs.

Answer 4

Just tell him to shut up! That's what I would do. Lol. No, just tell him you can't get any work done and it would be nice if he could be quite. Good luck. =]

Answer 5

i would definitely talk to my boss about it, not his.  this could really cut  productivity.  i'd keep a record of what work i am able produce each day, vs what i am normally able to do,  and after about two weeks, show it to my boss.  that should get him/her to quickly look for a resolution.

good luck!

Answer 6

I would wait until he moves across from you.  But, I wouldn't give him any indication that I want to chat with him.  If he tries, give him brief -- yes/no answers -- and, then quickly turn away from him.  However, always be pleasant and respectfull.

There is the chance that you could then quietly ask him to STFU.

Answer 7

For the present, just sit still.  After the move is made, keeps notes on what he is doing and how he is annoying you.  Do this for a period of time, like a month, not one day.  When you take it to your boss, you will have to show how his behavior is interferring with your ability to do your job.

Answer 8

As long as you have voiced your concern before he has moved, you have made your point. Perhaps all the people around him talk all the time and he just has a voice that carries. If he continues to annoy you, go to your boss and complain. After all, you did voice your objection prior to his moving. I feel for you, I work with three people like that and it is annoying as can be.