FilterCoffee Posted May 18, 2018 Share Posted May 18, 2018 So at my office I like to occasionally make fun of my colleagues (or myself) in a light hearted, pg 13, manner. For example, the other day a colleague of mine said something like “Why are you dieting FilterCoffee? You never have any sweets these days.” to which I replied “I’m not slim like you right so I have to be extra careful.” Another time she asked me about my girlfriend (which I don’t have) to which I said “I don’t have a gf R. Nobody wants me. I’m not lucky to be married like you.” I always respond with a cheeky smile. At my office nobody has a problem with this kind of talk and everyone seems to enjoy it including my bosses but could this land me in trouble elsewhere? Link to post Share on other sites
d0nnivain Posted May 18, 2018 Share Posted May 18, 2018 Yes that kind of banter could potentially get you in trouble elsewhere. Banter can be OK if it's part of the office culture & everyone appreciates it as lighthearted. Problem is sometimes the very people who are offended feel like they can't speak up & have to go along to get along. At work your best bet it to keep things G rated, not flirty & focused on work. In short be polite & professional. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
CautiouslyOptimistic Posted May 18, 2018 Share Posted May 18, 2018 I'm not sure I'd call that banter... 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Author FilterCoffee Posted May 18, 2018 Author Share Posted May 18, 2018 I'm not sure I'd call that banter... What would you call that CO? Keep in mind, that this particular girl initiates these kind of conversations at least 50% of the times. Link to post Share on other sites
CautiouslyOptimistic Posted May 18, 2018 Share Posted May 18, 2018 What would you call that CO? Keep in mind, that this particular girl initiates these kind of conversations at least 50% of the times. I'd just call it conversation, but maybe I'm just not getting the "joke." Usually banter is funny/flirty. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Malin889 Posted May 18, 2018 Share Posted May 18, 2018 I think it’s awesome when people tell jokes in the office. Agree I don’t think it’s banter, but I wouldn’t worry about it. It’s good to have a little fun In the office. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Author FilterCoffee Posted May 19, 2018 Author Share Posted May 19, 2018 Thanks for the replies people. Seems like what I said was pretty innocuous but I guess it’s best to err on the conservative side while at the workplace. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
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