Q&A for How to Work With Someone Who Hates You

Keep in mind that your coworker's feelings might not actually have anything to do with you. They may be dealing with their own problems. It's not always easy, but try to view your coworker with compassion.

Deal with that person on a professional level, nothing more. Your co-workers don't have to be your friend. If they are, that's icing on the cake; if not, carry on with your job and your life.

You are giving too much of yourself and you need to pull back and respect yourself by setting some boundaries. If they come to you for help it's unlikely they hate you. If you need help, ask for it, but do not continue to stay late or meet your deadlines if you do not get the help you need. I know it's not what you want to hear but they are taking advantage of you. You seem to be a decent person and you want to please and help others. Not everyone in this world is as nice as you. Sad but true.

The mature thing to do here would be to ask her. Just say something like, "Did I do something to offend you or make you angry?" If she's talking about you to others, bring it up to your boss or the HR department, this could be considered a "hostile work environment."

If the person isn't going to explain why and leaves you feeling this way, then that's their problem. If you feel that you've done nothing wrong, ignore therm and focus on your job.

It would be great if he would be nice to you, but the world is not always a fair place and people do not always behave the way they should behave. You can't control him, you can only control your response to him. Either be a better person and be nice, or just ignore him. If he dislikes you, he's probably trying to make you upset. Don't show him it's working.

Avoid that person, and don't speak to him/her as much as possible.

Usually when coworkers don't like you, it is because they feel threatened by you. If you're an excellent employee, they may see you as someone who "sucks up" to the bosses to get what you want, namely, their job. To prove them wrong, go out of your way to be kind, and ask them for work-related advice now and then. It will make them feel much more comfortable around you.

Let it go and move on or work harder to get to know this coworker so you can forge a connection.

Go along with those who are ready to work with you and ignore those that don't like you. If you really want to solve the issue, consider talking to HR or a superior about the problem(s). They may be able to do some kind of intervention between you and the other employees to prevent them from continuing to ostracize and disrespect you. If the problem persists, I would recommend trying to find a new job.

First, remember that school won't last forever and you will most likely not see these people ever again. Second, people who hate other people have something wrong with them on the inside, so don't think too much about it.

Be honest about your shortcomings. Apologize. Ask for forgiveness and try to start over. Mean it. Be nice and considerate. Buy coffee, sweets etc. Include the person in conversations. Make an effort, actions speak louder.

Do nothing. What goes around, comes around. They're probably doing this to others as well. Time will not be on their side. Pretend you don't notice. Don't let them win.

If they don't correct you, ignore them. Don't pay any attention to them at all.

When you get the time, take them aside and talk to them about it and say that you don't like it and you want it to stop. If it does not stop after this discussion, then talk to someone who has a higher authority. If it doesn't stop after that, talk to them and ask them about what possible underlying reason they would have to want to embarrass you.