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In most professions, you have to deal with people, and even if you're working for yourself, you won’t avoid it. And because you are constrained to work with some random people, there will be unexpected situations, misunderstandings or you will simply not understand them at all.

People who have to work with these kinds of coworkers like to vent about it on the internet and for us, it is entertaining to read because maybe we relate or because the stories are so wild they leave us incredulous.

Bored Panda went on the internet to find some of the pictures people took that prove what terrible or just annoying coworkers they have to work with. Do you have similar experiences? Upvote the photos that resonate with you the most and tell us your stories in the comments!

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My Coworker Has A Tendency To Spill His Cereal Walking Out Of The Kitchen In The Morning And Just Leave It There. I Made It Modern Art

My Coworker Has A Tendency To Spill His Cereal Walking Out Of The Kitchen In The Morning And Just Leave It There. I Made It Modern Art

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In an ideal world, everyone would have a job they really like, but even if that was the case, the work environment and the people you work with are important too. Most of the time, having contact with the people you work with is inevitable as you share the same space or equipment and some jobs require teamwork.

#2

Coworker Brought His Dog To The Office. Dog Did This, Coworker Says "I'm Real Busy So Can Some Else Get It"

Coworker Brought His Dog To The Office. Dog Did This, Coworker Says "I'm Real Busy So Can Some Else Get It"

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NeonDisco
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would have moved the mat right next to his work station and, if one was handy, placed a hot air fan beside it aimed right at his face.

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#3

My Passive Aggressive Coworker Saw Me Shut A Slightly Open Drawer On My Way To The Bathroom...Came Back Out To This

My Passive Aggressive Coworker Saw Me Shut A Slightly Open Drawer On My Way To The Bathroom...Came Back Out To This

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But as proven by this list, it is not always smooth sailing. Some people have habits that you can’t stand or they are not as tidy as you would wish they were, while some are plain rude and annoying.

So people like to go to the internet to express their frustrations about fellow coworkers they find bothersome or because the stories are too good to not be told. Of course, there are far worse coworkers that can seriously affect others, but in this list, you will find behaviors that are more annoying than damaging.

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#6

Feed Me, Seymour! In My Office, A Coworker Has Been Growing This Vine For Years. The Office Manager Wants It Gone. I Like It

Feed Me, Seymour! In My Office, A Coworker Has Been Growing This Vine For Years. The Office Manager Wants It Gone. I Like It

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#7

Coworkers Don't Know How Coolers Work

Coworkers Don't Know How Coolers Work

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Auntriarch
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Only if it's my birthday. But not in the fridge, I mean it's a coolbox already

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Sa Ruuu
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those are 6 bags blocking an entire fridge. unless it's a small company or office, they're d***s for taking up space for everyone else

RiaDeCaterpillar
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

coolers don't keep things cold forever tho. and by keeping it in the cooler, no one is accidentally (or purposefully) gonna take your food.

LexiLu
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This happens at my work - what ends up happening is only 10-15 people can have their lunch in the fridge. We have 5 fridges and over 200 employees, so it sucks. Then there are the jerks that bring an entire week of groceries in!

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J-Yogi-Temp-Mom
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I bring my lunch in a lunch bag/cooler and put in the fridge- there is no way my cottage cheese and yogurt would last in the heat, but the blue one is ridiculous- that is for the beach man not the office. also who saves the left over of their orange soda... throw that out people, lol. Office etiquette.

Noel Bovae
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Putting your cooler bag in the fridge is pointless, as the cooler bag is INSULATED. Just as hot air can't get in, cold air also can't get in. You're just needlessly taking up space in the fridge 😆

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matthew owen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If they're put on the floor then in there, I'd never use that fridge

Sleazy Weaver
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Coolers are insulated, so the things inside won't get cooled even in the fridge. They stay the same temperature on the inside for as long as possible.

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LSR
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nothing is as f*****g disgusting as having to share a refrigerator with a bunch of pigs.

SobyKay
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is so bizarre. Are they planning on camping in the office for a week straight? If not, there's no excuse. Pretty selfish monopoly on fridge space there.

Csilla Kaszas
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm guilty. It's easier when it's luchtime, I can just grab the whole bag. Plus, I won't mix my containers with the coworker's containers, so no one will accidentally eat my lunch. And I won't forget my carrots or whatever in the fridge until it walks out on its own. As long as the fridge is beig enough for the quantity of employees: this is the way.

yellowphantom
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We used to deal with this ALL the time when I worked in an office. This and stealing food, random purges, people who microwave fish or broccoli, 8 half-drunk soda cans. The office kitchen is where civilization starts to die.

Bettye McKee
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Come on. This is ridiculous! Maybe they need a refresher course in 4th grade science.

Dorothy Cloud
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There's not a boss there that could say " no coolers in the fridge"?? Really boss do something.

Theresa McCreary
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I always carried a lot of clout at my jobs (4 to be exact), I would pull all of them out and put them on one of the breakroom tables. I would do that every single day until it stopped. I would welcome people to come and lodge a complaint with me.

Giles Gallie
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

[Pauline] the world is full of selfish people. This one is also brain dead.

Origami Chik3n
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's obvious that cooler bags aren't particularly clean outside. So not only this is a waste of fridge space, it also is unhygienic.

Just me
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm sorry, but this must be from the States, nobody brings that big a lunch to work.

Jennifer Norton
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This happens at my work too and it drives me crazy!!! Like for real people!

K Tigress
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I usually stay away from company fridges. 😬 Good way of avoiding people fingering your lunch.

Hollysmom
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very considerate people. Let's just take up all the space in the fridge for no reason.

Erin Mitchell
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had a coworker like this. And I never understood it. How much food are you packing for 1 day?? If you must bring your giant cooler at least put it in the walk in so other people can use the fridge.

Shelby Jackson
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Even if it's insulated, if you have dairy stuff (yogurt and the like) unless you put in ice packs that stuff will go warm. So if you are willing to eat warm dairy products, be my guest.

Maria Catalano
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Right - one of my biggest pet peeves - why??????????????? you idiots? why???????????

A Jones
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe not enough desk room to fit the lunch things. IDK.

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#8

Inspired By The Other Cigarette Butt Post. I Give You My Coworkers...

Inspired By The Other Cigarette Butt Post. I Give You My Coworkers...

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow, if only there was some type of receptacle the workplace can provide for proper disposal of those things. And I'm not even a smoker.

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However, even if some things that coworkers do aren’t that serious and sometimes they can just be brushed off, that doesn’t mean people should always let them get away with it. Business News Daily pinpointed some tips on how to deal with annoying people at work.

First thing they recommend is to figure out what exactly is annoying you. Maybe it is caused by a miscommunication that is easily fixed and then all the problems would be solved. Another thing to have in mind is to not to react rashly or overreact. It is best to approach the situation calmly and going to HR might also help. It could also be useful to find a common interest or something that you both agree on that would make that person more likeable to you.

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#9

Coworkers Brought Binoculars To Work To Perv On Young Beach Goers Today

Coworkers Brought Binoculars To Work To Perv On Young Beach Goers Today

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My Coworker Yawned While Using My Computer And Left This For Me

My Coworker Yawned While Using My Computer And Left This For Me

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If all else fails, the best policy is always to be diplomatic but direct and speak your mind. Most often, it is possible to find a solution because maybe the person you’re annoyed with doesn’t even know it. If someone is bothering you and is preventing you from doing your job, this is a perfect situation where being upfront pays off. Try to be polite and ask them to let you do your job and to go to you only if they have work-related questions.

The last point Business Daily News discusses is just to stay positive. It’s important to have your boundaries and let others know when their behavior is making you uncomfortable, but there is no use in dwelling on negativity. 

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#13

My Coworkers Typhoid Mug

My Coworkers Typhoid Mug

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Jo Johannsen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is there a way to mention in front of them how well your mug cleans up with a scrub using baking soda?

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#14

Had To Use My Coworkers Office Today Who Is On Vacation To Make Some Phone Calls. This Is What His Phone Cord Looks Like

Had To Use My Coworkers Office Today Who Is On Vacation To Make Some Phone Calls. This Is What His Phone Cord Looks Like

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Jo Johannsen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Where answering the phone drags it off the table, over and over.

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#15

I Have Evil Coworkers Who Like To Prank Me. Fortunately, I Don't Look When I Type Anyways

I Have Evil Coworkers Who Like To Prank Me. Fortunately, I Don't Look When I Type Anyways

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#16

Some Asshole In My Office: “Damn, That Was Close. If I Took That Last Ice Cube I Might Have To Refill The Tray”

Some Asshole In My Office: “Damn, That Was Close. If I Took That Last Ice Cube I Might Have To Refill The Tray”

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#17

Coworkers Who Do This To My Dry Erase Markers

Coworkers Who Do This To My Dry Erase Markers

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#19

My Coworker Takes Off His Smelly Shoes And Sleeps In The Break Room While We Eat Lunch

My Coworker Takes Off His Smelly Shoes And Sleeps In The Break Room While We Eat Lunch

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#20

My Hospital Coworker Rests Her Lollipop On Her Phone Screen

My Hospital Coworker Rests Her Lollipop On Her Phone Screen

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#21

We Have 300+ Employees

We Have 300+ Employees

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#22

The Caveman Like Way My Co Worker Has Opened His Bread

The Caveman Like Way My Co Worker Has Opened His Bread

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Robert T
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If it's his bread, then that's his problem. If other people are expected to share it, he can expect to find mouldy bread in unusual places. ;-)

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#23

I Bought A Danish For My Coworkers. Someone Cut Out And Ate The Jelly Part, Leaving The Edges

I Bought A Danish For My Coworkers. Someone Cut Out And Ate The Jelly Part, Leaving The Edges

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R Carson
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just like the ones who don't like crust on the bread maybe but still rude.

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#24

Someone At Work Asked If They Could Have One Of My Sudafed

Someone At Work Asked If They Could Have One Of My Sudafed

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#25

Lazy Coworker Decided He Was Too Good To Help Ring Up A Line Of 5 People. Left Me High And Dry To Deal With Frustrated Customers

Lazy Coworker Decided He Was Too Good To Help Ring Up A Line Of 5 People. Left Me High And Dry To Deal With Frustrated Customers

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#26

All My Coworkers Do This. Makes Me Want To Quit

All My Coworkers Do This. Makes Me Want To Quit

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#27

My Coworker Returned The Front Desk Stapler Like This. Told Me It Ran Out Of Staples

My Coworker Returned The Front Desk Stapler Like This. Told Me It Ran Out Of Staples

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#28

We Had Donuts At Work, And I Watched A Coworker Take Two Bites Out Of This Donut And Put It Back In The Box

We Had Donuts At Work, And I Watched A Coworker Take Two Bites Out Of This Donut And Put It Back In The Box

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Jo Johannsen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cutting off a piece - fine. Breaking one off using a napkin - fine. This - childish and not fine.

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#29

My Coworker Parked In The Wrong Lot Near The Building

My Coworker Parked In The Wrong Lot Near The Building

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My Boss Posted This Email (Which We’d All Seen Already) Up On The Company Notice Board In Full View Of Customers

My Boss Posted This Email (Which We’d All Seen Already) Up On The Company Notice Board In Full View Of Customers

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#32

How One Of My Coworkers Leaves His Trash After He Is Done Taking His Break

How One Of My Coworkers Leaves His Trash After He Is Done Taking His Break

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#33

My Colleague Placed The Server Up There, Alone. They Have The Network Rack There

My Colleague Placed The Server Up There, Alone. They Have The Network Rack There

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#34

I Have The Laziest Co-Workers

I Have The Laziest Co-Workers

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Tim leonard
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am sorry but I have to. Too many years cleaning bathrooms. That empty roll doesn't go into the dispenser. That dispenser is for jumbo rolls. However the person who brought their own paper should throw the tube in the trash

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