Stare blankly into the void of your coworker's face, daring them to continue.
Learn more about The Power of SilenceWhen your coworker asks, "Is everything okay?", respond with a firm, "No."
Read about Silence as a Tool in Office PoliticsTurn the conversation into a discussion of your own, totally unrelated topic, like the meaning of life or your cat's haircut.
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