How to deal with awkward situations at work

When they ask for money

Perhaps money is always the most sensitive issue. It doesn’t matter if they ask you to chip in to support someone in a difficult situation, it will always be inconvenient to refuse to give someone from your colleagues, boss or a joint holiday, whatever your reasons for this. Your reaction should depend on the specific situation. Gifts for the holidays are best supported so as not to become a victim of oblique views. If it’s not so easy for you in terms of personal finances, give as much as you can. This may not necessarily be the full amount, but you will show your indifference and involvement in the common cause. Or you can explain your situation, but you should never react sharply and critically.
Gifts

Gifts are voluntary. If a colleague gave you something for your birthday, then in the future you are not required to do the same. But then no offense will not do. In order to avoid such conflicts, there are corporate rules that regulate, among other things, the order of congratulations, so that there is no discord in the team. If you haven’t developed such rules at work, then it’s better to start working on them today. In any case, do not forget to pay attention, the gift can be inexpensive, but useful and sincere.
Discussion of salaries and bonuses

The system for calculating salaries and bonuses can be individual for each employee. In order not to start universal circular envy and unnecessary conversations behind him, it is better to leave these topics. You can try to be dodgy in the conversation, or you can directly say that you do not think this topic is good for conversation. In any case, it will be better than the collapse of friendships against the backdrop of money.
Joint holidays

It’s not bad at all to spend time with colleagues in an informal setting, all the more so it doesn’t happen so often, actually. Even if your colleagues are not your best friends, this is a chance to get a little closer. Do not abuse alcohol, do not start heavy conversations, just allow yourself to relax and have fun. Do not ignore the potential of the corporate atmosphere.