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comment by Dala
Dala  ·  2707 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: Pubski: November 23, 2016

At my old position I eventually learned how to do most of the things we did in that office, and got a lot of questions not relevant to what my actual role was as a result. Most of the time I would do the gracious thing and just answer if it was something quick but if it was a long, involved explanation or the same person asking me the same question over and over, I would explain to them that I was busy with my own work and that they really should be seeking assistance from their supervisor. This was difficult for me at first because I am a helpful person by nature I guess. But it got so bad sometimes that I quickly got over feeling like a jerk about it.

When I changed positions it was weird and a little bit of a relief to not be the one in the office who knows all the things.

Good luck with trying to deflect and get your own stuff done!