We’ve all been there – those embarrassing moments when you know you’ve done something awkward or you’re stuck in an awkward silence moment with a coworker you really don’t know well. The natural human reaction in these situations tends to be panic. It’s a stressful situation that’s difficult to recover from.
But honestly, we’ve all been there. Remember that, and sympathize with whoever it is you see next that gets caught in an embarrassing work situation. Here are some of the most common uncomfortable scenarios – plus some tips on getting out of them gracefully.