Five Reasons Your Office Is Bad for You

Desk jockeys beware: The average working environment can take a surprising toll on your health. Here's how to avoid the hazards.

By Temma Ehrenfeld | Newsweek Web Exclusive

Dec 14, 2007 | Updated: 3:14 p.m. ET Dec 14, 2007

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Posted By: nmoeller @ 12/20/2007 1:51:12 PM

Comment: A few comments about the section on noise.

The article identified that there are technologies which can help block unwanted noise in office environments. It suggests that there is little scientific evidence that these technologies, called 'electronic sound masking systems' work, however this couldn't be further from the truth. These systems have been in use for over 40 years and have been studied extensively with respect to their effectiveness in reducing noise intrusion and increasing speech privacy. Benefits can be measured and to some extent predicted (for example, see http://irc.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/ie/cope/03-Acoustics_e.html). Quantitative and subjective on-site research projects have documented the benefits.

The article also does the reader a disservice by linking only to a non-commercial level software program that is not of the type that would be recommended for implementation in a commercial office environment. For more informtion about professional quality systems, readers may want to visit sites such as that for the LogiSon product line (www.logison.com).

The solution to office noise issues is not to keep silent (though proper office etiquette should of course be followed) nor to wear headphones. Noise and other acoustical issues should be properly addressed by workplace designers who use a balanced combination of physical barriers, absorptive materials, and sound masking.
Posted By: WHO CARES @ 12/20/2007 11:49:40 AM

Comment: JUST GET YOUR NASTY FAT ASSES TO THE GYM AT LEAST 3X A WEEK. AND YOU WILL SEE A DRSTIC DIFFERENCE IN THE WAY YOU FEEL AND LOOK. WHO'S THE LAZY SOB THAT SAID " LOOK AT A FAR OBJECT?" OR WALK A BIT? MAN GET YOUR ASS UP EARLY IN THE MORNING AND EXCERCISE, YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE, JUST DO IT. JEEEES
Posted By: mylove @ 12/20/2007 12:03:03 AM

Comment: ??????
Posted By: enigmatictiger @ 12/19/2007 7:48:15 PM

Comment: Ahhh! Sorry guys! Not sure why my comment posted three times! Haha!
Posted By: enigmatictiger @ 12/19/2007 7:31:53 PM

Comment: You'll find that while some people are happy in their place of work, most are not. More often than not, it's not so much the job we dislike, it's the environment we work in, our coworkers, or our bosses. I hear people decide to quit their job because they don't care for the people in the work place, but from what I've discovered, most places are the same as far as people go. There's always going to be those people who have nothing better to do than to start rumors or make gossip about anything they can, those that are rude for no apparent reason at all, those who think and feel they are better than others and feel the need to openly express that with being rude to other people around them, those who try to control everything and tell everybody else how to do their job, those who want to sit around and want to get paid for sitting on their butts, those who want to read magazines or eat throughout their shift, and then there are those who disappear altogether only to show up again when everything's already been taken care of. For others it's the horrible work hours, or number of hours we work, or the being called in at all hours last minute due to a skeleton crew, lack of medical/dental benefits, lack of pay, the feeling of being overworked, underpaid, and underappreciated. There's nothing worse than being unhappy in the work place for whatever the reason. The most you can do, if you can't look for another job you feel more passionate about, is to make the most of it. Try to put a positive spin on it. Make it work for you somehow. If the situation is an unfavorable one, then legal action may need to be taken or you may need to seriously consider your options because no one deserves to be discriminated against or made a mockery of. Consider your health and what would make you happiest in your life and work environment. Don't let other workers or management distract you from what you want to do. Unfortunately, work is work. If it weren't difficult and obligatory, there would be no reason for it to be called work, now would it? We all have to work to make that little paycheck and provide for ourselves and our families. Try to relax and take a vacation at least once a year if you're able and make the most of your time with loved ones and away from the hectic life of work. Take care everybody! Merry CHristmas and Happy New Year!
Posted By: enigmatictiger @ 12/19/2007 7:30:55 PM

Comment: You'll find that while some people are happy in their place of work, most are not. More often than not, it's not so much the job we dislike, it's the environment we work in, our coworkers, or our bosses. I hear people decide to quit their job because they don't care for the people in the work place, but from what I've discovered, most places are the same as far as people go. There's always going to be those people who have nothing better to do than to start rumors or make gossip about anything they can, those that are rude for no apparent reason at all, those who think and feel they are better than others and feel the need to openly express that with being rude to other people around them, those who try to control everything and tell everybody else how to do their job, those who want to sit around and want to get paid for sitting on their butts, those who want to read magazines or eat throughout their shift, and then there are those who disappear altogether only to show up again when everything's already been taken care of. For others it's the horrible work hours, or number of hours we work, or the being called in at all hours last minute due to a skeleton crew, lack of medical/dental benefits, lack of pay, the feeling of being overworked, underpaid, and underappreciated. There's nothing worse than being unhappy in the work place for whatever the reason. The most you can do, if you can't look for another job you feel more passionate about, is to make the most of it. Try to put a positive spin on it. Make it work for you somehow. If the situation is an unfavorable one, then legal action may need to be taken or you may need to seriously consider your options because no one deserves to be discriminated against or made a mockery of. Consider your health and what would make you happiest in your life and work environment. Don't let other workers or management distract you from what you want to do. Unfortunately, work is work. If it weren't difficult and obligatory, there would be no reason for it to be called work, now would it? We all have to work to make that little paycheck and provide for ourselves and our families. Try to relax and take a vacation at least once a year if you're able and make the most of your time with loved ones and away from the hectic life of work. Take care everybody! Merry CHristmas and Happy New Year!
Posted By: enigmatictiger @ 12/19/2007 7:29:19 PM

Comment: You'll find that while some people are happy in their place of work, most are not. More often than not, it's not so much the job we dislike, it's the environment we work in, our coworkers, or our bosses. I hear people decide to quit their job because they don't care for the people in the work place, but from what I've discovered, most places are the same as far as people go. There's always going to be those people who have nothing better to do than to start rumors or make gossip about anything they can, those that are rude for no apparent reason at all, those who think and feel they are better than others and feel the need to openly express that with being rude to other people around them, those who try to control everything and tell everybody else how to do their job, those who want to sit around and want to get paid for sitting on their butts, those who want to read magazines or eat throughout their shift, and then there are those who disappear altogether only to show up again when everything's already been taken care of. For others it's the horrible work hours, or number of hours we work, or the being called in at all hours last minute due to a skeleton crew, lack of medical/dental benefits, lack of pay, the feeling of being overworked, underpaid, and underappreciated. There's nothing worse than being unhappy in the work place for whatever the reason. The most you can do, if you can't look for another job you feel more passionate about, is to make the most of it. Try to put a positive spin on it. Make it work for you somehow. If the situation is an unfavorable one, then legal action may need to be taken or you may need to seriously consider your options because no one deserves to be discriminated against or made a mockery of. Consider your health and what would make you happiest in your life and work environment. Don't let other workers or management distract you from what you want to do. Unfortunately, work is work. If it weren't difficult and obligatory, there would be no reason for it to be called work, now would it? We all have to work to make that little paycheck and provide for ourselves and our families. Try to relax and take a vacation at least once a year if you're able and make the most of your time with loved ones and away from the hectic life of work. Take care everybody! Merry CHristmas and Happy New Year!
Posted By: Sqidhead @ 12/19/2007 7:13:14 PM

Comment: Hey it's not only in the workplace where there are problems. I had been volunteering since last January at an amimal rescue taking care of cats waiting to be adopted. This was located in a petstore. I did 2 and 3 shifts a week plus helped others at times because I cared about the cats. Most other volunteers just played with the cats and did little else. Sometimes cats would go for 16 hours with NO water and cages were left dirty for this time. Yet the lady in charge would accuse and blame me for things, overreact when I made a tiny mistake, would scream at me, be rude to me, lie to me and generally be a backstabber. This started happening about 3 months ago and no matter what I did, I was wrong. Others would do the same thing and it was right, I would do it and it was wrong. This seemingly started when I didn't jump at her chance to go out to movies and dinner with her. She is 66, I am 48. It's too bad because the cats are being neglected, but she doesn't care.
Posted By: phiomalibumalibu @ 12/19/2007 4:56:42 PM

Comment: I hate to admit it, but there was one thing I did that changed my work environment tremendously. Last year over the Christmas break, I went ahead and got my breasts enhanced. I went from a B to a large C cup. ( note: I got my new breasts from finestimplants.com ) Now when I returned in January, I made sure to wear something a little more revealing for the first week. The change in the managers attitude towards me was dramatic. Anyways, I recommended this to a couple of my friends in the office and they are considering it, because they noticed the change too. I know it seems odd ladies, and many will disagree, but it worked for me, and I'm happier at work.
- Posted By: herospeaker @ 12/19/2007 5:18:31 PM
  
  Comment: but I am a man. what can I do?
  - Posted By: BadAdvice @ 12/19/2007 5:48:19 PM
    
    Comment: Don't make me say it, Hero!
  - Posted By: BadAdvice @ 12/19/2007 5:47:50 PM
    
    Comment: Don't make me say it, Hero.
Posted By: evildaoud @ 12/19/2007 4:51:55 PM

Comment: kemo! you're fired for screwing around on the internet!
Posted By: evildaoud @ 12/19/2007 4:51:20 PM

Comment: kemo! you're fired!
Posted By: gottahavegadget @ 12/19/2007 4:49:02 PM

Comment: One thing you didn't mention was neck strain from being on the phone all day. A great way to avoid this is by using a corded or wireless headset. Check out www.hellodirect.com or send me an e-mail at mconrad@hellodirect.com
Posted By: kemo @ 12/19/2007 4:35:35 PM

Comment: phioma, nice plug for that website. do u get kick backs for that
Posted By: kemo @ 12/19/2007 4:33:46 PM

Comment: gracie u r a crybaby. if you don't like it get out. mcdonalds is always hiring. you are lucky to be working at all.
you should be working instaed of playibng on the internet.
say goodnight gracie.
an angry coworker
Posted By: kemo @ 12/19/2007 4:32:04 PM

Comment: gracie stop being a cry baby if you don't like it get out... mcdonalds is always hiring.
annoyed coworker
ps you should be working instead of being on the internet .
Posted By: phiomalibumalibu @ 12/19/2007 4:31:55 PM

Comment: Like I said before, I'm absolutely done at my job...and am going to work at home. I'm learning about some new home-based business' at home-industries.com can't wait to give notice here!
Posted By: Senkare @ 12/19/2007 4:27:14 PM

Comment: These are all good insights. I remember working in an open office environment where horrible music was allowed to permeate the loud speaker system during the work day. It was a definite contributing factor for having constant headaches and an unprofessional office environment with revolving door personnel. Good experience for knowing what you won't accept in the professional milieu.
Posted By: Gracie442 @ 12/19/2007 4:22:14 PM

Comment: It also SUCKS when you have to babysit everyone and tell them what to do and what not to do. I just finished school and worked here for about 2 years .... I work with people who are older and more experienced than me ---and get paid more than I do by the way---...YET I .... have to tell them how to do their jobs ....... stupid isn't it? (and I'm not even in management )
Posted By: herospeaker @ 12/19/2007 4:20:06 PM

Comment: One of the worst hazards that I personally experienced in an office for one dozen years was polluted indoor air. There were many toxic chemicals from a material lab, repeated carpet glueing operations and fresh paints. In addition, so much fiberglass was also puffing out of the ceiling air registers that I could swipe up a mouse-sized wad from my desk top with one swipe.

However, worst of all, all of the fresh air intake louvers in the air handling units of our office building had been frozen in the closed positon for years and no ever changed the air filters

Years later, I am still suffering from this prolonged stupidity over which I had no control.
Posted By: phiomalibumalibu @ 12/19/2007 4:00:58 PM

Comment: "better not get pregnant" cheezzz that sucks. You know, the one thing that turned my work life around and my relationships around was having a great 'life coach' I can't emphasize this enough. She worked me through all the issues I had at work, including the fear of losing my job. I would highly recomment the coaches at www.healthyvibesuk.com My coach has helped me for 18 months now, and she is wonderful! Good Luck Sabsae
Posted By: dawnb1326 @ 12/19/2007 3:54:53 PM

Comment: How abou the boss who gets free steaks for the holidays and then complains to whoever can hear that they are too small!! This office atmosphere is degrading and demoralizing...All I do is keep remebering - the light bill is paid the light bill is paid. Why do bosses and some co workers think that the way to treat ather employees as pigs and less than intelligent is the way to ensure success? Does it make you feel better than me to know you are a horrid human being?
Posted By: SheaTS @ 12/19/2007 3:53:26 PM

Comment: I'm working from home now (and loving it!), but when I was in the office, I would walk to the bathroom that was farthest from my office. Not only did it help to stretch my legs for a bit, but it added much needed extra steps every day!

If your work situation is so bad, look for something else. It doesn't matter how much you invested in the company, they wouldn't hesitate to get rid of you if it suited them, no matter how dedicated you've been to the company. It's not the way it used to be, and you won't be rewarded for loyalty.
Posted By: sabsae @ 12/19/2007 3:46:53 PM

Comment: Thank you dklewis. I think I should. She has gone as far as mentioning that I better not get pregnant for she needs me to be at the office. I am her second in command, and have seen how she acts when someone gets pregnant or married. I feel like my life has to revolve around her and the office needs. I am 31 and really want a child soon.
- Posted By: honeyblade26 @ 12/19/2007 4:57:45 PM
  
  Comment: Sabsae, There was a time when I use to live to work and work to live. Work was my life. I hate it when employers make you feel as if your going to lose everything if you don't do exactly as they say. I have learned that you must never put work first in your life. There are always many more out there to chose from. If its a family that you desire than go for it! Having a child was the best thing I've ever done. I am now a stay at home mom and it is by far the most rewarding job ever. Its definatley not easy and is by far the most difficult job I've ever had. Do whats best for YOU not your boss or the company you work for.
Posted By: kingsdaughter122000 @ 12/19/2007 3:32:45 PM

Comment: I believe you should if possible take at least 15 minutes to regroup or you will be fried at the end of the day. I sympathize with the woman that works with the two attorneys, I have worked for as many as seven and sometimes I had three criminal briefs to prepare for the State Appellate courts, regular duties, but I found if I did not take at least 15-30 minutes for a break away from desk - it was meltdown time. It took me a long time to realize that the attorneys, managers, etc. take a break and then go on to the next task - by law (federal and most states), it is illegal to work more than 6 hours without a break. Just get up and go downstairs and inhale the fresh air, regroup and then return to your desk - if it is that busy, you need to quantify your time and ask them to hire another support person, even if it part-time, students as you know are always looking for work. That person could answer the telephone, do the copying, filing and whatever menial, but important tasks that you have - they do not give out badges of honor for people that overwork themselves and that is not a put down because I have been you and I learned to work smarter not harder.
Posted By: MIRANDAC310 @ 12/19/2007 3:31:36 PM

Comment: MAYBE TIGER_LILY1113 SHOULD NOT BE A TEACHER SINCE HER JOB IS SO BOTHERSOM TO HER! I WOULD NOT YOU TO BE MY CHILDS TEACHER WITH THAT ATTITUDE.
Posted By: kingsdaughter122000 @ 12/19/2007 3:29:37 PM

Comment: I believe you should if possible take at least 15 minutes to regroup or you will be fried at the end of the day. I sympathize with the woman that works with the two attorneys, I have worked for as many as seven and sometimes I had three criminal briefs to prepare for the State Appellate courts, regular duties, but I found if I did not take at least 15-30 minutes for a break away from desk - it was meltdown time. It took me a long time to realize that the attorneys, managers, etc. take a break and then go on to the next task - by law (federal and most states), it is illegal to work more than 6 hours without a break. Just get up and go downstairs and inhale the fresh air, regroup and then return to your desk - if it is that busy, you need to quantify your time and ask them to hire another support person, even if it part-time, students as you know are always looking for work. That person could answer the telephone, do the copying, filing and whatever menial, but important tasks that you have - they do not give out badges of honor for people that overwork themselves and that is not a put down because I have been you and I learned to work smarter not harder.
Posted By: dklewis @ 12/19/2007 3:29:22 PM

Comment: "It's all about legalgal" - over 30 references to herself and what she does in her post.

Frankly, we all have our accomplishments and stressful work environments.

Desk work not only has the hazards as outlined in the article, it also has office politics which really should be number one on the list. The other health hazards are poor circulation, co-workers who fail to stay at home with colds and flu, awkward postures causing a plethora of orthopedic issues, and inability to vent frustrations without ramifications.

Switching employment is a temporary fix - the problems are present in every office setting.
Posted By: sabsae @ 12/19/2007 3:27:06 PM

Comment: If I may add and ask: I agree with the last one. I have noticed that my health was not so good for a while, then it gets better, then it goes bad again. After studying the pattern, I noticed it coincided with the way my boss was doing. My boss' attitude has become the perfect example of what supervisors should not be or do. The bad thing is that I am in a horrible situation. I cannot afford to quit my job. I have put so much time and effort to my company and department. I am a member of a number of committees within my company, and many co workers praise my good work and dedication. I have wonderful benefits and of course accumulated vacation and sick leave. I have been with this company for 10 years and has become part of what I have planned for my future.
The situation with my boss has become so bad, I find myself crying with fear and praying she does not get aggravated in any which way. So, if any one out there has any suggestions to my dilemma, please post a comment. Talking to her is not an option; she is someone that will never tolerate anyone disagreeing with her. Going to her direct supervisor or human relations is just a faster way for me to lose my job. I have seen it time and time, when ever someone else tries to do something about her, the employee just simply has to quit from the poison she spits out from anger. I have seen it and witnessed her famous line??? I don???t fire anyone; I just make sure they are unhappy until they quit, and I am so good, they quit really quickly!"
I need my health for my family, I need my job for I am good at it, but I need to find a way to live or work with someone who loves to make others miserable. Anyone?
Posted By: lindsay35721 @ 12/19/2007 3:26:22 PM

Comment: No one should just have to "get used to it". I have a good job, everyone treats everyone with respect, there is very little gossip and everyone is nice to each other. We all work together as a team and our management is the same way. If you don't like your job then find something you do like, you should'nt go to work everyday and be miserable.
Posted By: agoodgurl @ 12/19/2007 3:22:30 PM

Comment: These five reasons are exactly why I've worked nights for the past 20 years; ten of those years at the same place. Thank I love my job and the folks I work with. I have arthritis, so working in an office alone at night I can lay down on the floor and stretch and take sessions of Yoga for my lunch. And, I can't stand alot of noise, either, so nights is perfect!!! I did a stretch of day shift, found out quick that wasn't for me.
Posted By: phiomalibumalibu @ 12/19/2007 3:10:09 PM

Comment: THere is another problem we all have with irritating people at work. It's their negative psychic energy!! This takes it's toll too in the form of negativity and irritability. I did find some good information on psihelp.com I found out how to reflect the energy back to my too evil bosses, and also spoke with some psychics online. Although it took a little practice, soon I was able to act like a mirror and reflect back the bad energy. I hope this helps!!!
Posted By: Tiger_Lily1113 @ 12/19/2007 3:08:05 PM

Comment: Estrella07 - Sorry to burst your bubble, but if you think teaching is going to be "easier" than the job you have now, you are completely mistaken.
Try going into work at 6:30 in the morning, standing on your feet all day, dealing with children (and crazy parents), still not having time to eat lunch because your lunch half hour is spent making parent phone calls or making copies because the copier had a mile long line in front of it in the morning, then going home only to have another 5-6 hours of planning or grading to get done before the next school day.
Oh, don't forget about having to sacrifice your weekends for grading, planning, coaching or supervising another extracurriculuar activity. You can also kiss all the "vacation" days goodbye to taking additional schooling so you can stay "qualified" to be a teacher.
I HATE that people think teaching is such an "easy" job!
Sweetie, I hate to tell you, but people EVERYWHERE in their employment are unappreciated and overworked. Get used to it!!!
Posted By: Robertlamont80 @ 12/19/2007 3:06:09 PM

Comment: Most managers have there hands tied because the incompassionate corporate entities that strictly regulate the budget. Any profits used to better the environments of their employee's is seen as a loss. To bad they never realized that happy people are much more productive and likely to maintain their employment and experience with your company. Treat your employees better and they are more likely to take a personal ownership in their job and in your company and investments. Kind of funny, but you can tell how good the management is in alot of jobs by the condition of the stalls in the bathroom. Seems to me that people like to take out their aggression towards their boss or co-workers on the paint job in the stalls of the employee bathrooms. Of course this observation has only been confirmed in male restrooms!!!
Posted By: kindlovingsoul @ 12/19/2007 3:05:25 PM

Comment: where i work, there's an office clique of about 8 women. if they don't like you, they use their collective positions and influences to frustrate you into leaving. now they are targeting me because they found out i have a particular medical condition. it's so bad that i feel like i am in prison. i can't have normal interactions with other staff or they will tell the boss I'm disturbing whomever i'm talking to. they time my bathroom breaks. they don't include me in any activity. i'm looking for another job. i hope they end up somewhere where they have someone else do it to them, so they know how it feels.
- Posted By: dklewis @ 12/19/2007 3:32:38 PM
  
  Comment: You have defined a hostile work environment. That is a cause for legal action. Contact an attorney that specializes in work place discriminatino.
- Posted By: missteree @ 12/19/2007 3:19:12 PM
  
  Comment: I totally feel for you kindlovingsoul...I used to work for a National Commercial Retail Property Management Company and they did the same thing to me. I was talked about behind my back so much and then it spread to making me feel uncomfortable...all because I tried to help people to understand their jobs so that they would not lose their jobs. People are so mean and intimidated by kind, loving people. Please don't change who you are and remember, Karma SUCKS! They will be testiments to that!!! Enjoy your day!
Posted By: j72050 @ 12/19/2007 3:02:31 PM

Comment: well, it makes me glad I am 30 years and out of the sadistic rat race......hated to get up, and drive to the slave plantation to make a buck, with sadists and weirdos as co workers......I hate the fact others have to endure this imitation of life....it ain't easy....
Posted By: j72050 @ 12/19/2007 3:00:49 PM

Comment: ...makes me happy I am 30 years and out of the slave labor rat race......I always hate getting up, tired, and fighting traffic, getting to a dull boring job with sadists as co-workers....slaving in the sweatshop plantation.......zzzzzzzz
Posted By: www.maxhouse.com @ 12/19/2007 2:55:44 PM

Comment: Wow! I didn't know how good I've got it working my own schedule at home. Thanks for reminding me how much I don't miss the office, I'd almost forgotten.
Posted By: JohnOK @ 12/19/2007 2:55:04 PM

Comment: I believe that the most critical element in maintaining comfort in the office is movement, not just the eyes, but all parts of the body.. Too often office workers will maintain awkward static postures, particularly of the shoulders, wrists, and neck. The lack of blood flow to those static muscles at first fatigues them, and later pain sets in. If you are sustaining a reach for the key board, or talking on the phone while cradling the receiver, or keeping your wrists bent either up or down, eventually the muscles and nerves will begin to object, resulting in pain or numbness, or both. Two fixes are helpful: Get up and move around. As the article suggests, go somewhere to eat lunch. Walk, stretch, stand up. Don't ignore discomfort. Your body is pretty smart, and lets you know when you're abusing it. Listen to what your body is telling you, and heed it. Your life in the office will be a lot more comfortable. Oh, yes: Aerobic exercise, weight loss, and smoking cessation are the biggest favors you can do for yourself. John
Posted By: Sassylady @ 12/19/2007 2:53:42 PM

Comment: I thought I was crazy. I work from home and during the day, it's lovely. As soon as the family gets home, I get irritated by the tiniest noises. Even the sound of someone's mouse clicking drives me crazy.
Posted By: estrella07 @ 12/19/2007 2:53:09 PM

Comment: OK SO HERE'S THE THING!
I'M 18, FRESH OUT OF HIGH SCHOOL AND IM STUCK AT A TAX OFFICE! I'M A RECEPTIONIST AND I DO ACCOUNTING. I THOUGHT MY BACK ACHES. . SORE EYES...AND ESPECIALLY BOREDOM WAS DUE TO THE FACT THAT I HAVE NEVER HAD A JOB...THIS IS MY FIRST! I COULD DEAL WITH EVERYTHING ELSE BUT BEING BORED EVERY SINGLE DAY MAKES ME THINK OF QUITTING MORE THAN 20 TIMES IN ONE
DAY. . . AND YES ONCE I FOUND THE INTERNET THAT'S WHAT I DO MORE THAN HALF THE TIME!!
I TOOK THIS YEAR OFF OF SCHOOL SO THAT I COULD SAVE UP FOR THE UPCOMING YEAR OF COLLEGE. . .IM GONNA STUDY TEACHING!
SO STAYING HERE IS A MUST. . .THOUGH I GET PAYED 8/HR.
I USUALLY DO HAVE WORK TO DO BUT I HATE THE FACT THAT I HAVE TO SIT ALL DAY AND DEAL WITH AN ASS LOAD OF PAPERS... NOT ONLY THAT BUT IM WORKING PART TIME SO ONLY 6 HRS A DAY...(THEY CANT AFFORD ME FOR FULL TIME RIGHT NOW)SO I GET NO LUCH BREAKS... IF I HAVE TIME I EAT IN THE MORNING THEN I TAKE THE BUS FOR AN HR AND A HALF TWICE A DAY WHEN I GET HOME I EAT DINNER AND THEN I FALL ASLEEP! I FEEL LIKE MY JOB IS TAKING MY LIFE. . . IM SO MUCH MORE TIRED I CANT EVEN WAKE UP ON TIME ANYMORE EVEN WITH AN ALARM IM TIRED 24/7!!
I WOULD QUIT BUT THEY NEED PEOPLE REALLY BAD, I HAVE BROUGHT PEOPLE FOR THEM TO HIRE AFTER THEY HAVE PLEADED TO BRING THEM IN.
BUT THEY ARE SO PICKY!! THEY WANT SOMEONE WHO IS BILINGUAL..RESPONSIBLE...N SOME OTHER ***! AND I FEEL BAD THEY\RE REALL Y NICE AND PATIENT WITH ME, THEY BUY ME LUNCH WHEN THEY CAN. . . IT'S LIKE WORKING WITH THE FAMILY KIND OF THING. . . BUT I HATE THIS JOB IT'S NOT FOR ME!!
THEY EVEN ASK ME IF I CAN WORK WEEKENDS. . . WHAT THE HELL??? I CAN'T HAVE ONE DAY OFF?? COME ON IM BARELY STARTING AND YOUR ALREADY PLANNING ON TAKING MY SOUL??? IN AN OFFICE THAT IS SO QUITE THAT IT BUGS ME!!
AND THIS IS HAPPENING ALL AT MY AGE!!!!
IM BARELY STARTING! WHAT A WELCOMING GIFT TO THE REAL WORLD!!
- Posted By: legalgal @ 12/19/2007 3:15:03 PM
  
  Comment: Okay, I don't want to be rude. But "welcome to the real world" hunny! I'm 26 years old and have been working at least part-time since I was 14 years old. I graduated from high school , went to college, worked full-time while I was in college... Graduated from college...went to college again....worked full-time and graduated from college again. After I finished my bachelor's degrees I worked full-time plus I had a part-time job just to make ends meet. I drive 45 miles, one way, everyday and get to the office where I am a the only assistant to two (2) attorneys, but I am also the only office staff other than the two attorneys which means I am the secretary, the janitor, the file clerk, the bookkeeper, etc. I don't work 9-5, I work 8-5 plus many days I don't take lunch and some times I work into the evening and evening on weekends if necessary to prepare for trials. I do complain sometimes and feel some stress at my job but I know that this place would fall apart without me, therefore, I stay, and besides I like what I do this is what I went to school for. I understand that you are stressed, but you have seen nothing yet. You are only working part-time, are not in school and have no kids. Get used to it. If you want a destresser....if your allowed...turn on the radio...or bring a cd in that isn't inappropriate for th work place. I have found that listening to talk radio or to my favorite country cd makes my day less stressful. Also, have you though about asking your boss if you can take a short break like 10 or 15 minutes. Just to allow you some time to get up and walk around the building or down the block and back or at least just get away from your desk. I find that walking around the block after I speak to a crazy client on the phone makes me a lot less stressed. I'm not trying to be rude, but try not to stress out about being stressed out. Relax and take a deep breath.
  - Posted By: Clientele @ 12/19/2007 3:24:48 PM
    
    Comment: Wow, sweetie, I can tell that this is a real wake-up call for you. But the cold, hard truth is that working for a living sucks. It truly does. So, if you don't want to work, you better hottie yourself up, and find a man to take care of you. Don't like that idea? Well, get used to the grind, baby!
- Posted By: Tiger_Lily1113 @ 12/19/2007 3:02:20 PM
  
  Comment: Estrellao7, if you think teaching is going to be a lighter work load, you are seriously mistaken!!!! Try going into work as early as 6:30 in the morning, standing on your feet all day, dealing with children, still not having time to eat lunch because your lunch hour is spent returning parent phone calls, making copies you didn't get to in the morning because the copy machine had a mile long line, and then going home, only to have to spend another 5-6 hours grading papers or planning lessons. (Here's something else - you don't get paid additional for all the work you do after you leave the buliding!!! This includes the weekends you will spend grading and planning too - forget the "holidays" teachers get - we work through those too!!!)
  If you think that teaching is going to be any different than an office job, you are seriously mistaken.
  People everywhere, in every job, are unappreciated and overworked. Sorry to burst your bubble, but you have to get used to it!
Posted By: Sassylady @ 12/19/2007 2:51:00 PM

Comment: I thought I was crazy. I work from home and during the day, everything is lovely, but as soon as the family gets home, I get irritated by the tiniest sounds. Even the sound of someone's mouse bothers me.
Posted By: phiomalibumalibu @ 12/19/2007 2:40:28 PM

Comment: I'm considering working from home. I'm in contact with a lady from home-industries.com they have lots of new startup ideas if you want to get out of the rut (9 to 5) like I do. Also, I think the tax write offs are better.
Posted By: tired of b/s @ 12/19/2007 2:38:50 PM

Comment: i think you forgot one...nepotism...working with a bunch of people who are related...and of course they never
make mistakes or do anything wrong..there should be a freaking law against this....it corrupts the entire work
place...
- Posted By: java82 @ 12/19/2007 3:53:16 PM
  
  Comment: Comment: we have an office of 13 and out of those 13, there are 2 sets of relaions, it evens states in our handbook this is not allowed. but we don't have an "HR" our oly hr is the ceo and that person lets it happen in the first place, and its total bull. they do get favored. oh not to mention, of the 4 related, 2 are in management....
  - Posted By: Gracie442 @ 12/19/2007 4:17:49 PM
    
    Comment: I also work at a job with about 6 people in the office, 3 are related to the General Manager and the other 2 are best friends with the CEO..... VERY IRRITATING!! I'm the office administrator and let me tell you that yes, the people who are related to the office manager ALWAYS get special treatment! I do have 2 relatives working at this company but we're very professional, we never mix relationships with work ... If they screw up, there will be consequences and the rules will be followed as policy demands. I just think it's SO STUPID that we (younger adults) act more mature and professional than the "management possy" who get the biggest raises, largest bonuses and HUGE SALARIES!! My relative practically runs this damn plance and he barely makes any money. If it wasn't because the economic situation was so bad ... I WOULD HAVE BEEN GONE BY NOW ......
- Posted By: java82 @ 12/19/2007 3:42:14 PM
  
  Comment: we have an office of 13 and out of those 13, there are 2 sets of relaions, it evens states in our handbook this is not allowed. but we don't have an "HR" our oly hr is the ceo and that person lets it happen in the first place, and its total bull. they do get favored. oh not to mention, of the 4 related, 2 are in management....
Posted By: Sqidhead @ 12/19/2007 2:35:04 PM

Comment: Unfortunately, the problem lies in that most managers refuse to do anything about the problem and often contribute to the problem. At one place that I worked, I talked to my bosses boss, no help as he was soon promoted and a new boss of my boss came in. But that was after my boss became oware that I talked to his boss, who then left. Going to HR didn't help one bit either. Sometimes it's a no win situation. I guess bosses don't care because they think that they are not a baby sitter and they can always get someone else. There is very little loyalty in business it seems and then they wonder why there is so much turnover at the workplace.
Posted By: tired of b/s @ 12/19/2007 2:33:52 PM

Comment: I think you mised one...working with too many family members...nepotism at its best...
Posted By: westphalen @ 12/19/2007 2:32:15 PM

Comment: I just left a job with a boss that insulted people. I can't tell you how much better I felt after I left. It was as if the world was lifted off of my shoulders.
Posted By: CCMonicarique @ 12/19/2007 2:30:50 PM

Comment: If I starve , Live in a cardboard box, go naked I will NEVER work in a Office again! It was a Terrible Experience and I was Bullied , Talked down to , Treated Poorly, Overloaded with work no one else wanted to do, Threatened .... Humilated , Everyone in the office all went out together, played together, A Total Cohension !! I was told You dont Fit in !! Basically they all had thier heads in each others navel... You know what I mean ! I wouldnt recommend it to anyone !!
Posted By: wnderful1 @ 12/19/2007 2:24:19 PM

Comment: I found # 5 to be very interesting...besides quitting; what does one do in that situation?
Posted By: Hotmama40 @ 12/19/2007 2:19:42 PM

Comment: I worked for a boss at a mortgage company who was verbally abusive to everyone except for her team or her favorite flavor of the month. She was a terrible terrible person. She was manipulative, a liar, an instigator, a drama queen, a bully, and a forger to top it off. She hated anyone who was happily married in the office and tried to ruin their marriage in any way she could because of her failed and miserable marriage and life. She was just a horrible person. This took up 70% of our business day and the other 30% was work, which she was really good at. It's too bad that we could not be productive 70% of the day instead. Her payback was that her office was shut down and everyone left her. She couldn't and stil doesn't get it.
Posted By: PamperedSoul @ 12/19/2007 2:13:45 PM

Comment: I would suggest you have a wellness day. In appreciation to the employees, It would really help on Job perfomance and help with stress. You could have a Massage Therapist come in like once a month or maybe even twice a month and Give corporate Chair massage. The Benefits of a Chair Massage really helps out alot. Not to mention the emplyeee feels like they are being appreciated and wants to do their job with out griping about it. talk to Human resources. Or the maager . to see if thi will work....Good Luck

Adrianne
Certified Massage Therapist
PamperdSoul247@aol.com
Pamper your Mind ,Body and Soul......
Posted By: sammy2007 @ 12/19/2007 2:10:21 PM

Comment: What is the best solution for reason #5, bad vibes? Would quitting be the only solution for every job you go to. I'm in a very bad position and am willing to move on, but what if this happens again? What would make a boss move towards intimidation and bullying?
- Posted By: phiomalibumalibu @ 12/19/2007 2:26:55 PM
  
  Comment: Hi Sammy, sometimes bad luck will follow you from place to place. What I do to counteract and bad vibes is I make money at work by taking surveys (only on my lunch hour) The extra cash helps fight the blues. My favorite site for surveys is surveysforcash.net Try it!
Posted By: suzannemaria @ 12/19/2007 2:08:53 PM

Comment: Not to mention Carpel Tunel. I have had 2 surgeries and if you wern't bullied before in the work place wait until you file a workers comp claim and see how you are treated. It doesn't matter if you were an inocent victim or not. They don't care.
Posted By: suzannemaria @ 12/19/2007 2:07:33 PM

Comment: Not to mention Carpel Tunel!!! I have had 2 Surgeries and believe me if you weren't bullied before wait until you file a workers comp claim for Carpel, you can expect to never be welcomed back at your job again.
Posted By: Sqidhead @ 12/19/2007 2:01:41 PM

Comment: I agree in that it seems to be a common occurance. I work in IT and I've been at jobs where co-workers goofed off 70% of the time. It was like trying to work with jr. high school kids. Working was an afterthought most times. Major mistakes were made, jobs not getting done all because of the playing around. A worker was often eating potato chips while talking to customers on the phone. Sexual jokes and comments about women co-workers were the norm. Supervisors would rarely do anything about this type of behavior. And if you said anything to a co-worker about it, they would get so upset. I've seen it over and over. You're always told to just ignore it or deal with it.
Posted By: gottahavegadget @ 12/19/2007 1:59:12 PM

Comment: One thing you didn't mention was neck strain from being on the phone all day. A great way to avoid this is by using a corded or wireless headset. Check out www.hellodirect.com or send me an e-mail at mconrad@hellodirect.com
Posted By: sudhir @ 12/19/2007 1:59:01 PM

Comment: I have a 7th problem. I feel lonely sitting in the office late hours and that leads to fear of being alone. A light music from ipod does help a bit.
Posted By: phiomalibumalibu @ 12/19/2007 1:58:42 PM

Comment: ....and one other thing, the article mentions how 1 in 3 americans are bullied on the job. This reallys sucks and if you find yourself being bullied or mistreated at work, take a look at SEEKCOUNCIL.COM This site is dedicated to helping with all kinds of work-related problems....good LUCK!
Posted By: vagabundo @ 12/19/2007 1:57:52 PM

Comment: Beware, of the being on the computer and having the phone between you shoulder and your ear! After, years of this bad posture it finally came to a head and I have suffered horrible back of the head headaches, mucscle spasms, and an overall locked-up and fixed neck issues. Get a head set- use it.... when off of work , watch your posture at home and when using your cell phone- multi-tasking can take it's toll!
- Posted By: gottahavegadget @ 12/19/2007 2:05:26 PM
  
  Comment: You are 100% correct!! Need a headset? Shoot me an e-mail at mconrad@hellodirect.com and I will put you in touch with one of our corporate representatives who can offer some great specials for the month of December!
Posted By: gottahavegadget @ 12/19/2007 1:57:51 PM

Comment: You forgot pain in the neck by using a handset. People should look into corded or wireless headsets. Check out www.hellodirect.com For more information send me an e-mail at mconrad@hellodirect.com
- Posted By: phiomalibumalibu @ 12/19/2007 2:02:27 PM
  
  Comment: great site thanks for the info. we got our handsfree system at -- earbud.mobi
Posted By: sensiblechic303 @ 12/19/2007 1:56:44 PM

Comment: Keep a can of lysol or bottle of disinfectant spray and papertowels handy to clean your work area 2 - 3 times a week. What ever happened to fresh air? The windowless buildings must be contributing to our ill health, too. Granted, the air is filtered, but how safe are the fiters? And how often are those filters being replaced?
Posted By: phiomalibumalibu @ 12/19/2007 1:53:56 PM

Comment: What has helped me through all the bad vibes and working with sucky bosses has been this wonderful coaching I receive at www.healthyvibesuk.com I know it's hard to admit, but I need some help and careful instructions on how to deal with certain situations during my workweek. I would recommend life coaching to anyone. Thanks
Posted By: jonils99 @ 12/19/2007 1:53:43 PM

Comment: I have been trying to get a new job for a while now. Every day I go to work and just sit there because there is nothing to do. So far this month I have not done much but browsed the internet. I am going to college for Accounting but it will take about 3 years to get my bachelor's degree. Work is paying for 80 percent of college. If you were in this position bored everyday out of your mind but knew when a semester was over and college would get paid for by work - would you still try to get a different job?
- Posted By: Jaina @ 12/19/2007 2:07:42 PM
  
  Comment: Joni - I am a much more mature worker but have found myself in your situation for over 2 years - throughout three separate jobs. I'm paid VERY well but the frustration of being continuously bored has permeated my entire life. Losing yourself into the internet (as I have done for hours on end each day) translates into truly "losing yourself." YES - get a new job. Keep looking until you find that good fit that uses and stretches your talent. I continue the search as well, confident that the right fit WILL be found. Best of luck to you!!
  - Posted By: shellecah @ 12/19/2007 3:45:18 PM
    
    Comment: Joni and Jaina, I am also EXCRUCIATINGLY BORED at work with almost nothing to do, and after twelve years in this position, I feel like my mental health is deteriorating and my IQ is slipping. Problem with looking for a more rewarding, challenging job is, I am paid well, have a pension plan and excellent benefits and job security. My co-workers are friendly and respectful. Plus family and friends say, why change? Maybe they have a good point!
    - Posted By: Bullsfan @ 12/19/2007 6:25:00 PM
      
      Comment: It's a relief to hear that others are as bored as me. It almost feels immoral to sit here and do NOTHING all day and get paid for it. I also am getting paid to go back to school so that I can eventually do what I would love... EVENTUALLY. But for now I too will sit around for 9 hours a day and feel as though my brain is deteriorating.
Posted By: bunnyluv80a @ 12/19/2007 1:47:38 PM

Comment: unfortunately the case for me is my superiors/upper management in my workplace have numerous complaints with no avail. Ive been subjected to discrimination, intimidation, harassment, etc,etc. I have had to beg for benefits that are owed to me, I've even passed out/collapsed at work due to increased stress factors and retaliation for making the complaint to begin with!! It's amazing what some people are subjected to behind closed doors. I think It's lawsuit time!!
Posted By: jonils99 @ 12/19/2007 1:47:11 PM

Comment: Yeah, are there any ideas on how to solve the boredom issue? I sit at work all day long and do nothing for 8 hours. It is very sickning and I haven't done anything this month yet. The only thing I do to keep at least half way sane is to browse the internet. Any ideas/solutions would be very helpful. I am also looking for a new job but will probably land back in the same boat again. Thanks.
Posted By: phiomalibumalibu @ 12/19/2007 1:45:36 PM

Comment: There are many things you can do to improve your space, we chose some inovative designs we found at fixitspot.com Ergonomics is key! We also have sunlight in the morning after moving things around.
Posted By: debleelar @ 12/19/2007 1:43:31 PM

Comment: To CJS123: Would you mind sharing how you converted to a telecommuting position? What kind of work do you do? I am certain that I would be far healthier, physically and emotionally, if I could do my work via telecommuting. Please reply to deebee44@yahoo.com Thanks!
Posted By: debleelar @ 12/19/2007 1:42:00 PM

Comment: To CJS123: Would you mind sharing how you were able to convert to telecommuting? What kind of work do you do? I am certain I would be far healthier physically and emotionally if I could find a telecommuting position. Pleas reply to deebee44@yahoo.com Thanks!
Posted By: Cheetahsmonk @ 12/19/2007 1:40:19 PM

Comment: Well my place has all 5 of these things and the Supervisors don't help you, if anything they help to tie the noose to hang you...My commute to and from work is just the icing on the cake but I also find it's the same types of situations all over.
Both of my sisters are teachers with master degrees and they go thru similar crap in their field.
So I think life is getting to be this: stress and how to cope with it, your on a friggin carousel and all you do is change to another horse when you switch jobs.
Posted By: adnil.anne @ 12/19/2007 1:39:12 PM

Comment: Anytime you are bored out of your mind, you need to change your job or position within that field or take on more stimulating projects within your present position . It is a huge wake up call. Listen to it.
Posted By: knight1970 @ 12/19/2007 1:38:22 PM

Comment: Here's a thought -- get up out of your chair, and go take a walk. If you can't go outside because of weather, walk around your building, if you can. Sitting on your butt leads to numerous problems, including an enlarged rump, weight gain, and joint problems because you don't move around.
Posted By: Bullsfan @ 12/18/2007 8:55:35 AM

Comment: I think a 6th reason an office environment could be bad for you is if you are bored out of your mind, (like me!) I would have liked to see how to avoid/solve this problem. Anyone else?
Posted By: skinnyminny2 @ 12/17/2007 9:10:35 PM

Comment: Thank God I have a career out in the field. All the heavy physical labor and scientific data collection are a relief compared to the monotonous, political daily crap of an office job.
I'd rather deal with rotator cuff damage than sitting in a 'badly designed chair' all day (horror of horrors) and getting fat from being sedentary all day.
- Posted By: paulsenra02 @ 12/19/2007 2:02:01 PM
  
  Comment: Yah if you're fat from sitting in an office and noshing on snacks ALL day long... it's not hard to see the solution: Get Your Fat @$$ to the gym! Stop eating so much! Consume less fat! Remember those photos of when you were in high school/college and you looked so thin and happy? You consumed too much beer and ate too many 2a.m. pizzas. Time to increase the metabolism and so something about it-instead of blaming your job.
Posted By: CJS123 @ 12/17/2007 9:40:38 AM

Comment: I've been fortunate to be able to telecommute over the last four years, and it has made a huge difference regarding my overall stress level. Also find I rarely get sick. Always believed that ludicrously cramped work spaces, heightened noise levels, relentless fluorescent lighting, office tensions/bad vibes, and people coming to work ill made it tough to stay healthy on the job. Not having a rush-hour commute twice a day hasn't hurt either!
- Posted By: deniser327 @ 12/19/2007 1:46:19 PM
  
  Comment: Wow, this is the reason y i have been looking for a telecommuting job for about 6 months now. I have sever back pain , i have resorted to wearign glasses because of vision and last but not least my boss reaks.. ughhhhh. Please if you can share where or for who u work for i will do the rest. u can reach me at densier327@yahoo.com thanks..
- Posted By: deniser327 @ 12/19/2007 1:43:54 PM
  
  Comment: hello i reasd ur comment and thats the reason y i have been looking for a telecommuting job, becasue of these annoyances, may i ask where or what company is it that u work for? thanks u can reach me at deniser327@yahoo.com

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