How can I get people to take me seriously?
110157
Just talk with them in a serious manner--no fooling around.
380464
be totally straight about it...no matter how u do it, its gonna hurt someone...and i think if ur 2 nice about it they might not take u seriously...so i would just tell them exactly how i felt and why
895873
Just try to get out of the habit.  It could be a great first step to let them know you would like to do better too.  Stick with it keeping in mind that it will take some time to change yourself, and how others react to you.\nGood work, and good luck, I'm sure you will be happier.\n\nps Only those with limited life experience would ever confuse a nice person with a weak person.
1165350
You need to tell us more about your education.  Do you already know alot about computers, do you have any background, have you worked for a company doing this type of work?\n\nIf you have certifications, and have worked in the IT or Computer world, you have a good future, otherwise, it will be hard to get people to take you seriously.
855097
You can't be serious.  Ask some adults that you know.  These ppl won't be any help.  Their going to make jokes.
1174375
look around you - left, right, behind the person you're talking with & say "Okay, you got me! Where are the hidden cameras? This is like Candid Camera, right?"  & be real sarcastic when saying that so they'll know you think they're crazy!!!  (that assumes they are intelligent enough to appreciate sarcasm)\n\nOr you could say "Hmm, seems you're just a few sandwiches shy of a picnic, aren't you?"  or  "Runnin a few beers short of a six-pack, huh?"
1092875
Just be really rude and sarcastic to him/her.  They'll get the message.
468637
Go for it and keep playing and make a fool of yourself!  Eventually, you should get the message because everyone will be laughing at you . . . or you'll just figure it out because you aren't winning any games or even coming close.
404446
If the people are anything like MojoMan at the top I would just ignore them, yours is a very serious question, and making fun of people is a form of bullying (he looks a bit of a bully from his pic btw)\n\nA lot depends on the sort of 'making fun', somethings we can't change about ourselves, our parents, where we come from, how we look (excluding plastic surgery),  If it is something you can change however, and it is something you yourself are unhappy with, then make an effort to change it, get your friends and parents help.\n\nIf it is the way you behave, are very quiet, shy, have weird ideas, very intelligent, not so clever, then it is a matter of just making some friends, try to get peoples respect, help someone out when they are in trouble, be more outgoing.\n\nPS. it is hard to hurt someone who does nice things for you (you don't need to win them all once you have a few the rest will leave you alone, bullies only go for easy targets)\n\nOnly do what you are comfortable with tho'\n\nThere are many ways to achieve goals like this, sometimes you may need advice to get you started, if you are still at school try talking to a teacher about it or a school councilor, same goes for college.\n\nRemember it's not your fault, the fault lies with the bullies!\n\nAs a child I was made fun of because I had wierd thoughts, personally I liked the feeling this gave me, it made me different and unique, they were just a bunch of fashion following sheep :)\n\nIt's all in the way you look at it :)\n\nBe happy in yourself is the most important advice I can give you
559143
Get the "I don't give a fuck attitude", and just know that you're better than everyone else... and believe in yourself. I hated speeches, but this has helped me... haha... It's ok if it's a bit conceited.
928647
honestly, i think it might just be the way you present yourself. not just your physical appearance, but how you assert yourself. if you're quiet and uncomfortable with being seen as younger than you are, it probably shows. be more assertive and informed. if you know what you are doing, do it well. people will take you seriously when you are involved and assertive because it projects a level of maturity beyond that of your looks.  you could try some makeup like eyeliner, mascara, and or blush, but i think you should just work on the way you carry yourself. project confidence, and stay on top of things. when people see how well you can handle the job, they should take you more seriously.  you should be able to laugh off these comments knowing that you ARE old enough and are able enough to be doing the job that you are doing.
931378
just try and be open and friendly, don't try and sound all business like as that can immediately put people off.. but then again don't go to the other extreme and be too laid back!\n\nthink of the traits you see in a person that makes them approachable and mirror them =)
969000
Be a good listener,  and let people talk about themselves.  They love to.  But the real important thing is to really pay attention to what they say and try to see their point of view.  Express yours only if you are really sure about it.
229641
All I can say to you is "don't take life so seriously"..people aren't really judging you they are just responding at their level of awareness..\nand there is no need to defend yourself...\nHow many ID's are you using?
382288
Try to be as polite as possible.  Explain common misconceptions about it in a way that isn't harsh or exasperated.  Some people will never believe that we know better than they do what our faith is about and you won't be able to change their minds no matter what.  \n\nI try my best to show them by example that what they think they know is not true.   My line of thinking has always been if they can see that I'm not running around dressed all in black threatening to cast spells on people then maybe what they think they know is false.  It works sometimes and not others.  \n\nI know it's difficult to maintain your composure when people become hostile and insulting, but you almost have to.  If you respond in kind, you prove their point.
603079
Whatever you do don't let people know that it bugs you because all that will do is make them what to do it more. Just smile and let it go. Eventually people will give up on it. Good luck
121731
This is not always possible.\nThe best way to taken seriously iabsolutely seriously.\nUnless you have been at the same place for 6 months to a year, do not expect anyone to listen to your ideas, no matter how well thought out and no matter how much experience you have.\nNever argue.  Never raise your voice.  Never clown around.  Do not waste time.  Stop looking at the clock unless you need to know about a deadline.\nDo not correct anyone unless they work directly under you.\nCome in early, leave late.  Do not miss any more time that you absolutly have to.\nSmile, just to make them wonder what you are up to.