A Conversation About a Difficult Colleague

Lisa: Hi John, how are you?

John: Hi Lisa. I'm okay, but I have a problem at work.

Lisa: Oh, what's wrong?

John: I have a coworker who is very difficult. He doesn't listen to my ideas and always says bad things about my work.

Lisa: That's not nice. Did you talk to him about it?

John: No, I don't know what to say. I don't want more problems.

Lisa: I understand. Maybe you can talk to your boss about it. Your boss can help you.

John: That's a good idea. I'll think about it. How about you? Do you have any difficult co-workers?

Lisa: Not really. Most of my co-workers are nice, but sometimes we don't agree. It's normal, I think.

John: Yes, but it's hard when someone is always unkind. I just want to do my job well.

Lisa: I know. Maybe you can think about good things and do your work well. Don't worry too much about him.

John: Thanks Lisa. I'll try. It's just hard sometimes.

Lisa: I understand. You can always talk to me.

John: Thanks Lisa. You're a good friend.

Lisa: You're welcome John. See you later.

John: See you Lisa.