You will be busy at your desk and someone from the other department and from the opposite sex pokes you every now and then over something or the other. How would you react? Will you ask him/her not to enter your personal space?

Violation of personal space at office is often one of the major problems being faced by the employees besides one of the top ten reasons behind the resignations. Although strict code of conduct is being implemented at several offices, some people still continue to violate the personal space in the guise of professionalism. How to tackle such situations? Here are some best tips to put an end to this problem at work place. It just needs a pinch of intelligence and not your anger or frustration.

When a person from opposite sex tries to enter your personal space, never lose your patience. It will only label you as an arrogant person. Also, you don’t have to tell the person that she’s entering the personal space very often. Your body language would be enough to convey the message to her.

You can, however, tell in professional tone to approach someone else instead of you regarding anything. Also, you can cut short your talks with him/her and try to communicate with them only when the situation demands. Even after sending non-verbal communication that you’re uneasy with that person’s behavior, then you can talk to them in a friendly tone that you are being disturbed. If things don’t fall in place, then you should always speak to your boss.   (Phani)