I'm sorry, but if they feel threatened, it is usually because of their own insecurity. They don't want to accept change, and the world is constantly evolving around them. I'm so sorry that kids are GROWING UP with computers now. Boo freakin hoo. Take a class.
I happen to have very personal and hurtful experience with a lady that I tried very hard to "win over" when I first started this job. She was in her late 70's, didn't get around very well, and mostly slept at her desk, but was kept on as an employee because of who she was. I painted her nails for her once a week because her hands shook so bad. I made sure that she always had something to eat for lunch, helped her with her work, and pretty much kissed her ass. When she retired, after working with her for 4 years, I threw her retirement party. THEN, I find out that she has trashed me all over the building and told all of my coworkers not to trust me. This woman betrayed me like no other. I really had grown to love her and she acted like I was the granddaughter that she never had. I am telling you, you cannot win. I stick by my statement THE OFFICE IS FULL OF JEALOUSY AND POLITICS. |