Step 3: The "Excuse Me, But..."
You know, it's not just about asking permission. No, no. That's for amateurs. It's about making your coworkers wonder if they're about to get fired for asking you to grab another coffee.
Try this:
- Excuse me while I just have to... refuel?
- Uh, can you tell me more about this "water cooler" thing?
- Can I get some actual work done while I'm here?