Coworkers who are “just joking” when they make a “joke” at your expense in front of you manager <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<

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Return the favor

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Grow up. Unless they’re making fun of your race or gender you should be an adult and allow people to laugh at you.

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Advice from someone who either doesn't manage people, or shouldn't manage people.

What was the joke?

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I second, the return the favor message. A lot of times ppl who dish it, can’t take it. Crack a few jokes and they’ll usually stfu.

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Not sure why theres so much hostility to the OP. There are so many ways to bond with people or break the ice that joking about your coworkers is just unnecessary. If you're not absolutely sure your coworker enjoys a joke at their expense, why do it?

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