My boss called me Killbird.  Should I be upset?
144102
Is your name "Gilbert"? Then you should be upset with your parents.
884004
Oh yes!!!\nI had a major hissy fit.
930207
Aww don't worry about it .  Just remember your boss didn't become a boss by sitting in one branch stagnating. Even if she is annoyed, it will simply be because you are a good worker, she will still understand you have to move on for your own career. Ignore the idiot above. ;)  Good luck!
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It's because you feel like you're abandoning your boss. It sounds like you're very loyal to the man and you don't want to leave him hanging minus one employee. But in the long run, I think, you made the right choice for yourself, and that's nothing to feel guilty about.
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It's obvious that this man is no longer your "friend". \n\nThere's not a whole lot that you can do in this situation. You cannot control what he says/thinks/feels. You can control, however, your own feelings and reactions. \n\nMany people react this way because they feel that you're a threat (perhaps you got a raise and he didn't, or you received  an employee of the month and he didnt). Maybe you've done something in the work area that has hurt him in some way. \n\nRegardless of what the situation is, you can't control his action, ever. Don't deal with it. Ignore him if that is possible. You can also speak to your boss about the situation and ask that either he be removed, that you work different shifts, or that you work in different areas. \n\nRemember that the more you react, it's likely, that he will continue to be immature and will continue to spread rumors. Also remember that the more you react, the more your co-workers will begin to believe him, or will begin to dislike you because of rash behavior. React calmly and let your boss, "friend", and co-workers know that you are the more mature and that none of this is true or your fault.\n\nI hope this helped, best of wishes.
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What's my name again?  I didn't sew it in to my underwear and now I can't remember.  I'll just sit here and look bored, then my boss will come in and yell at me and he'll use my name, problem solved.\n\nNow, where did I put my keys?  Oh damn.
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I think thats why he called you a psycho right there... your reading to much into simple words and look how upset you have gotten yourself. A guy dealing with a chic like that...is not at ease, he always has to becarefull what he says to not freak you out. Maybe you have been a little clingy lately or something. Talk to him later on today, if everything seems fine then just blow it off as passing conversation. It sounds to me like he was trying to make light of you missing him, a form of trying to cheer you up, or maybe just trying to get you to talk about something less sad/depressing. No worries though, ask him about it when your feeling more calm.
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if you told your boss then it should be OK. considering that you describe this woman as just a colleague that has no huge stake in your life, i don't think that you should feel obliged to tell her.\nIt's not like you had stuff planned together or something.\nif i know women as much as i think i do, there are two possible reasons for this.(1) she is just a really a bad joker trying to pull your leg, or (2) she is green with envy cause she was stuck there while you went off to the states, and sh wants you to pay....(really no need to understand this aspect of females).\nWait a minute, have you considered that she thinks of you as more than a passing acquaintance, and more like friends?
412166
I used to work with someone like that. One day he came to work all busted up , complained he got a beating because he flipped someone the bird...lol
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I would say your boss already knows this coworker is negative.  Running to the boss only makes you look childish.  The reality is that we are powerless over how other people behave and this individual may just be a negative person period.  You nor your boss can change that.  Actually most of us will never really change unless we have some overwhelming and huge life experience or spiritural experience.  With all life problems we have 4 choices: "do nothing", "change it", "accept it", or "get out of it".  Since you are asking the question, I assume you are unwilling to "do nothing" and just grumble about your co-worker and be miserable.  Since you can not "change" your co-worker, you are left with "accept" them just as they are and practice kind tolerance, or "get out" and get a new job.  Your happiness is your responsiblity.  Oh and also, you can't help your co-workers either.  They have to decide which of the 4 options they want.
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That's a toughie!!!  It really depends on your position.  Are you in any way above her or responsible for her performance?  If so, definately yes.  You have the right and responsibility to correct her.  If you are simply co-workers....no; unless her duties and yours intertwine in such a way that you could be mistakenly blamed for her carelessness.  Poor grammar could be due to lack of intellect or laziness.  Not much you can do about either.  If the two of you are somewhat friends, you could try using light humor as an attempt to correct her.  If not, then any real attempt at correcting her will only breed resentment and ill-will.  You may even end up a laughingstock as the "grammar police".  Best advice, assuming that you're not her superior, just leave it alone.  Eventually the boss will realize that she's not that bright.  However, if she's doing her job and doing it well, nothing may come of it.  If that's the case, you need to leave your pet peeve at the door.  Good Luck
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I agree is sounds like she is targeting you. Speak to a supervisor or the Human resources department at your work. What applies for one employee applies to all, and if she is saying explicit things even on her break..if it is in the workplace and in earshot of someone who may not find it appropriate, it still counts, break or not. Dont necesarily file a complaint on her unless you have to, or she does or says something extremely inappropriate. you dont want to stoop to her level. But at least make it known to the person you speak to about this matter the entire situation. Iwould explain like you explained in your question on here. It was well put. Or even write it out first on the computer or a peice of paper in case you remember other thigns before you speak to someone. Good luck with you situation. You should not have to put up with that behavior. I can't stand people like that.
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start telling them same people that you was really convicted of murdering your former boss because he was telling people your buisness and the "officials" had to cover it up so you could get this new job. the word will get back to your current boss and freak him out when he is alone at night.
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Hon, as a long time girl of being embarassed and angry for many of the "same reasons", let me tell you how to handle this and a few words of insight on people.\n\nFirst, you cannot "demand" anything but the bills you need to pay at your office.  \n\nThe only thing you are in control of is your reaction to this jerk ball.  He may have an opinion about you and your job, but that's his opinion and only that.  What you needed to do is just look him in the eye smile as if he's complimented you.  Yes, if he was your boss, this might be a bigger issue.  The thing I've learned about myself and you can learn as well is that no one "makes you cry" You are the only person in charge of when the tears come on.  Yes, outside events can trigger an emotional response, but you are ultimately the only one who allows the emotion to errupt.  Either way, it does not make it easy to deal with sometimes.  If you are totally confident in your ability on the job, then let him say and think what he wants.  You know the facts, and remember them no matter what your co-worker says.  You are good at your job and you are there for the reason that many people do not have the orginazatoinal skills that it takes to do your job.  Maybe you have some underlying feelings that you really are only a pretty face with no skills?  At any rate, look into yourself to realize what exactly got your nerves on edge that day.    It is something deep inside of you that wells up and then you choose this jerk to "lose it" on. (maybe?)  Remember the facts and keep your chin up,  he's probably just got some unresolved issues as well.  What I might do, is jot down the date and what he said that offended you.  Keep a running tab of derogatory and positive both.  If you have to set it up like a spreadsheet, do so.  If you get a large amount of statements that are negative, then you have a log of it and you've recorded while it's fresh in your mind.  IF you end up with a large sheet with dates and statements, then you can start your demands.  This is a math problem, like everything in life.  Aren't you glad you know math so well.  Good Luck.
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I assume ur tired of contact/conflict with jane and john doe... dealing with john q public is not very fun... the thing to remember is not to let the bastards get u down... who cares what some loser who ruined his own stuff thinks about you, as long as he comes back as a customer ur doing ur job... ALL GOOD THINGS MUST COME TO AN END and that means the current assignment ur on, even if u liked ur job at some point u will move on.. just do the best u can with what u got and keep the issues real and don't let the average idiot bring u down
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Who cares? He has a terrible attitude and isn't worth your time of day. However, this is abuse that should not be tolerated in the workplace (thought it often is), and you should go to your compliance officer/human resources liaison immediately. If you want to be nice, tell him to knock it off, grow up and be professional. If he doesn't, then take it to the top.
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Your boss is probably trying to make the caller feel more comfortable by you giving your name. It is a more personalized call. Your last name should not be given for obvious safety reasons. As for a law I am really not sure. Be careful raising a flag with this and your boss, they would probably think you are trying to hide something you know how they get.