I spoke with a fellow agent today who complained about that. She had an office space she shared with another agent in her office. They get along well so that is not the issue. The problem is that she cannot get much done when she's in the office. No, she is not hyperactive or anything of that sort that would hinder her ability to work. The problem is her fellow agent that she is sharing the office with. This agent talks too much while she is trying to get some work done and it is a distraction for her.
She is the type who would like some quiet time in order to accomplish her daily tasks. It is amazing how some people are just chatter boxes. It is great for socializing but it can be a burden when it is affecting others in the office. Moreover, the fellow agent talks loudly while on the phone with clients and it interferes with her conversations when she is also on the phone. I can see trying to be productive but having these pitfalls can be a roadblock to succeeding in your business. She does not want to offend the fellow agent by telling her that it is a distraction. I suggests that she find a conference room if she needs some quiet time to get her work done. Maybe that may help to ease some of the problems.
Does anyone share this same problem in your office? What would you have done?
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