At every party, there are always one or two people that the room has labeled “annoying.” Either they are too drunk, or ramble on and on about nothing in particular. They continue to stay around, even after several subtle, non-verbal hints have been given that they should go elsewhere. Almost always, they are lacking any form of social etiquette. Their mere existence borders on irritating. Booze fuels this irritation. Do these people know that they are so socially inept?
I’ve always assumed that I am enjoyable to talk to at parties, networking functions and coffee dates. I like to think that from time to time, I say something that someone finds humorous and often times, I’ll go so far as believing that people like me. But, what if the annoying person in the room, doesn’t realize they are the annoying person in the room, even after so many subtle and not-so-subtle hints? If this is the case, there’s a very good chance that I could be that vexatious person in the room and not even know it!
How is it that some people can be SO annoying? Do they know they are annoying and simply ignore all the telltale signs that point to their bothersome existence? Or, are these people oblivious to the fact that everyone in the room is secretly wishing they would leave?
Am I the annoying guy at the party? How do you handle aggravating party guests?
