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TeamBhakta

We don't miss you
« on: November 24, 2019, 08:59:56 am »
I have a bit of a problem. A co-worker took off of work for two months (possibly longer.) None of us like her, so it's been a relief to all. Unfortunately, this is also where she grocery shops. She popped by the other day and asked (not jokingly) if we miss her, if things are running less smoothly without her, etc. I was a bit shocked she thought that. I could only come up with "It's been too quiet here without you." Any suggestions for other polite responses to her questions next time ? 
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Rose Red

Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #1 on: November 24, 2019, 09:12:58 am »
It's been fine.
We sure noticed your absence.
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Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #2 on: November 24, 2019, 10:04:32 am »
I love Rose Red's suggestion of: We have noticed your absence.
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Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #3 on: November 24, 2019, 11:12:15 am »
Nothing's been the same since you've left.
Things are running as smooth as could be expected.
We've managed to hobble along without you.
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Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #4 on: November 24, 2019, 12:35:08 pm »
We got you covered. Enjoy your time off!
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Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #5 on: November 24, 2019, 01:31:08 pm »
^^^  We certainly are!   :-*
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SioCat

Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #6 on: November 24, 2019, 01:46:39 pm »
Not even a little bit.

I don’t like lying.
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Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #7 on: November 24, 2019, 04:02:02 pm »
Quote from: SioCat on November 24, 2019, 01:46:39 pm
Not even a little bit.

I don’t like lying.

I don't either, but I also think not all truth needs spoken. Hence the frequent complications in which I find myself.

I'd probably dodge the question and say, "Are you missing us?" Or, "How are you doing?"
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Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #8 on: November 24, 2019, 04:38:28 pm »
How about 'it's not the same without you?'
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Rose Red

Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #9 on: November 24, 2019, 05:20:52 pm »
Quote from: SioCat on November 24, 2019, 01:46:39 pm
Not even a little bit.

I don’t like lying.

All the other suggestions are the truth but won't create drama and an uncomfortable work environment for all. It's not clear, but the OP may need to work with this woman again if this is just a break. Even if the woman had quit, she can't speak like that to a customer. The OP doesn't want a reputation of being unprofessional.
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Raintree

Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #10 on: November 25, 2019, 12:01:21 am »
"Oh, don't worry about us; we're getting along just fine!"
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« Reply #11 on: November 25, 2019, 07:41:29 am »
I would answer the question as if she is asking out of concern that her absence has left a void (rather than because she wants validation that she is important.) "We are managing well. How is whatever is keeping her away or whatever topic would redirect things back to her."
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Titanica

Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #12 on: November 25, 2019, 09:21:52 am »
Quote from: SioCat on November 24, 2019, 01:46:39 pm
Not even a little bit.

I don’t like lying.

You can "not lie" without being rude.
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Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #13 on: November 25, 2019, 09:35:16 am »
I think my response would be based on the tone of the question. If it is a joking tone, then I'd mirror the joking tone with a "oh, we are just limping by without you."

If it is a more serious tone, then I'd probably smile to acknowledge the comment and ask if she is doing well in her time off to change the subject.
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velly j

Re: We don't miss you
« Reply #14 on: November 25, 2019, 10:56:42 am »

All of the above suggestions are good. What is it that makes this person disliked?
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