This is the co-worker who toilet papers your cubicle or sends a fake memo that there will be a big layoff. Look for Xerox copies of his or her butt circulating after the company Christmas party. Best strategy is to keep the joker at arms length, be neither friend nor foe, as association as the former brands you a fool and as the latter, a sour puss. Next up is the office flirt, the man or woman who thinks each day in the office is an audition for Love Connection . Tries to create an atmosphere of seduction with dress, words and gestures.
Motives can be as simple as loneliness or as calculated as moving up the latter without paying dues.
Whichever the reason for the sexy act, do not let that person s behavior put you in an uncomfortable position. Over the years, there has been increased awareness of sexual harassment in the workplace, however the lines still remain gray. The bottom line is if it makes one of the parties uncomfortable, its inappropriate. Steer clear of any office fling with this person, and do not socialize with him or her outside of the office, except in a group setting. The personality type that is one of the most difficult to deal with is the office Golden Boy or Girl .