The morale in the office has been exceptionally low these days. In a span of 3 months, one whole group literally disappears. Everyone just left, one after another. Honestly, this is not what I had aniticipated of this company. Maybe I am being naive, I thought that a small organisation would be cosy. But to my dismay, this company, where 90% are young adults, seems like one totally helpless old folks home. No vibrancy, no cohesiveness and definitely no team-spirit. There seemed to be no common goal and to some extent, no common topic. I almost feel that we are all just happened to share this same tiny office. A lack of human touch and warmth. That's how I feel.
Not surprisingly, he has been targeted as the public number one enemy. On the surface, he seemed to be on good terms with everyone, friendly, open etc. But things are not so simple. Unintentionally and unknowningly (at times only), he actually offended quite a substantial number of people in the company. Due to his tactless and at times snide remarks, it really pisses people off. Been hearing lots of negative remarks about him, I tried to be as neutral as possible. Beyond own control at times, I indulged in their gossips as well for I am a victim of circumstances...what I meant was I too, was subjected to his unfeeling remarks.
Personally, we are friends though not close but I didn't want to see him ended up like this. He may be successful in his career (as he always self-praised), he just lacked the inter-personal relationship skills. Got to tone down his ego and be more sensitive to people's feelings. I don't know how to go about approaching such a sensitive subject to him especially when man's pride and ego is a big thing. I'll think I just pray for him, to have a bigger heart and smaller ego, more humble and less proud (pride). God bless him.