Hi ! I believe that in every workplace, there are bound to be a few personalities which/whom you truly hate.
Now, I know that there are tonnes of you… “Crap! This girl is venting out her opinions too loud”. I’m sorry but I kinda got this article from a site which I think it’s really useful. Its content is like a song in my mind and I’m very much assured that all of you have met “THESE” kind of people in your working place.
Ahem… without further dragging your precious time, feast your brain, eyes and put your thinking hats on and see which category you fall into. I’ve met them all, some even worst than those mentioned! Ooops, no pun intended! Also, I’d like to thank: http://icwales.icnetwork.co.uk/news/feature-news/fashion-lifestyle/2008/04/15
for giving us the most useful advice in the work place battle. Mind you, I don’t fall into any categories of the below mentioned. I’m as holy as a cow could get…Pfff —-> Bite you 
*P/S : I HATE “The Office Joke(r)” & “The Sympathetic Gossip” type. YOU KNOW WHO U R 
The I’ll Do Anything
(to get ahead)
Fierce and feisty, the I’ll Do Anything thinks she’s the boss and acts like one, even if she isn’t. She still has a hankering for the ’80s power suit and wears eye-watering stilettos teamed with that ubiquitous classic – the shoulder pad. She’s proud of the moniker “total bitch” and mirrors the ideologies of last year’s Apprentice loser and ruthless alpha female Katie Hopkins.
She’s in it to win it, doesn’t care who she steps on in the process, dreams of being the next Anna Wintour and matches the office boys drink-for-drink. She may be a secret jolly-hockey-stick, shoulder-to-cry-on type, but you’re unlikely to see much of a sensitive side unless you catch her completely unawares. Think Sun-Tzu’s Art of War and keep her as close as you can. It’s all a matter of survival.
Personality trait: Conscientiousness
Solution: Take advantage of I’ll Do Anything’s natural drive and motivation to get ahead and encourage them to lead team activities. In a managerial role they will thrive, are likely to be organised and, most importantly, will get the job done. If their dog-eat-dog attitude is affecting others in the workplace then find leadership “mentors” to teach them tact and diplomacy. Keep them interested with praise and the promise of promotion.
The Sympathetic Gossip
Also known as the Social Butterfly, the Gossip will rub your back and offer you tissues when you split up with your boyfriend but the word “confidential” just isn’t part of her vocabulary. The juicier the break up, the more she has to tell; her concerned, furrowed brow masking a silent cackle of glee as you pour every detail of your broken heart into her eager ear.
She’ll dab away the tears, but the moment your back is turned she’ll be sidling up to a colleague at the water cooler just itching to spread what she’s heard – although she’d never name names, of course. She has a radar for furtive office romance, thrives on the opener “Can you keep a secret?” and has perfected a look of radiant innocence when the whispers start flying. Approach with caution.
Personality trait: Openness
Solution: Keep your wits about you and repeat that inner mantra, “Do I really want the rest of the office finding out about this?” every time you consider confiding in her. She’s really not all bad, just indiscreet; she probably does struggle (a little) every time you ask her to keep it to herself, but the lure of being able to drop that bombshell usually wins out. Either keep your cards a little closer to your chest or play her at her own game. She won’t know what to do when she sees your halo glowing just as the rumours begin to whirl about exactly what she got up to at the office party…
The Workaholic Martyr
In every office there’s a moaner. You know the type – she’ll be the one sighing loudly in the corner and complaining they’re cold even on the most beautiful summer’s day. She’ll whine so much about how much work she has to do that it’s a wonder she actually gets any of it done. Secretly, she may even derive pleasure from complaining; it gives her a chance to remind people that she’s there and that she’s important.
She sees the world in a negative light and may get easily upset and react emotionally to things that wouldn’t bother others in the slightest. This can make her an easy target for office pranks – but beware, you’re dealing with a stressed out, ticking time bomb and her reactions are likely to be much more intense than you’d expect. Think twice before you hide her stapler…
Personality trait: Neuroticism
Solution: Self conscious and shy, this person is likely to interpret minor difficulties as insurmountable obstacles. She may be in a bad mood for long periods of time and find it difficult to deal with a stressed working environment. Frustrating as it can be to have such a negative presence in the room, try to rein in your temper when dealing with her as she might suffer from more serious emotional difficulties such as anxiety and depression. Advise her to talk to a trusted friend, psychologist or counsellor, and to confide in a superior if she needs to reduce her workload and stress levels.
The Guilty Never-Say-No
The Never-Say-No is an insecure employee who feels bad about turning colleagues, managers, members of the public and even the sandwich-delivery man down. Ever the scapegoat, she invariably ends up completely bogged down by “favours” and spends most of her lunch hour buried underneath a mountain of paper, taking messages while the rest of the office is in the pub.
She’ll do anything to keep the peace and willingly takes the blame in a bid to make those around her happy. In her mind, “getting ahead” equals “not making a fuss” and she is genuinely hurt and baffled when those around her climb the ladder of success before she even gets an apologetic toe on the bottom rung.
Personality trait: Agreeableness
Solution: People who find it difficult to say “no” may have problems with self esteem, finding themselves continually taken advantage of, borne of a lack of confidence and belief in their ability to make a firm decision. They may make rash decisions to eject themselves from a chaotic or crisis situation, or else will procrastinate for days or even months to put off the inevitable before someone else makes the decision for them. As such, they may be seen as weak and find themselves overlooked. Encourage the Never-Say-No to find a life-coach, counsellor, mentor or just a friend they can trust to focus on the positives and practise saying that all-important word, “no”.
The Office Joke(r)
She’s the female equivalent of David Brent from The Office, and will be the one in the corner droning an endless monologue of “comedy” that reminds you of your nan. Or your dad. On first meeting you might warm to her, might even appreciate the enthusiasm, but she’ll swiftly begin to grate until you’re not sure whether to feel sorry for her in a “tragic fool” kind of way or wonder how she can possibly fail to realise how much she irritates everyone she encounters.
The office joker plays to their audience. Give them even an ounce of attention and they’ll plague you with a never-ending monologue of puns of the “if there was a power struggle in a military pigeon’s ranks… would it be a coo?” ilk. Think The Fast Show’s (female) Colin Hunt. Avoid at all costs.
Personality trait: Extroversion
Solution: There’s no need to be cruel, the chances are that she has always been this way and genuinely doesn’t even realise she’s getting on everybody’s nerves. For your own sanity, try to find a way to tune her out or remind her gently how busy you are and how you just don’t have time to listen to another rambling “No this one’s really funny! Listen to this!”, anecdote. Keep a level distance – everybody else probably perfected the art of ignoring her long ago and if she thinks you’re responsive then she’ll only continue. Be kind… but not too kind.
