Have You Ever Been Accused of Insulting Someone Without Realizing It?

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The discussion revolves around the phrase "Work smarter, not harder" and its potential misinterpretation in the workplace. A user shares an experience where their coworker perceived the phrase as an insult, suggesting it implied a lack of intelligence. This led to humorous exchanges about the challenges of communication in professional settings, highlighting how well-intentioned advice can be misconstrued. The conversation emphasizes the importance of clarity and sensitivity in workplace interactions to avoid misunderstandings.
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Am sure most guys can relate to this one :wink:

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Haha...
 
One day I used that old phrase, "Work smarter, not harder", on one of my coworkers.
She accused me of calling her stupid.
:headbang:
 
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OmCheeto said:
One day I used that old phrase, "Work smarter, not harder", on one of my coworkers.
She accused me of calling her stupid.
:headbang:

eeekk hahaha ... that falls into the same category :wink:
 
OmCheeto said:
One day I used that old phrase, "Work smarter, not harder", on one of my coworkers.
She accused me of calling her stupid.
:headbang:
When that happened to me, I answered: "Well, I didn't think you were stupid before, but I do now!"
 
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