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YoMomma ·
@YOHah or you could just tell him directly privately like hey.. you are a bit loud and it’s rather unpleasant.. tho he might think it rude at least he would know 😏 is he usually loud everywhere? I imagine so.. maybe he is partially deaf himself or hearing impaired and doesn't know he is so loud idk 😬
BobbySpeedy Best Comment
Indirect and Respectful Approaches
1. Use Nonverbal Cues
• Try making brief eye contact and a gentle gesture like a subtle “shhh” motion or pointing to your ear and then the surroundings.
• If you’re wearing headphones, exaggeratedly putting them on might signal that you’re trying to block out noise.
2. Leverage Group Dynamics
• If others are also disturbed, consider asking a peer (who’s closer in rank or more comfortable with him) to mention it casually.
• You could say something like, “I think it’s getting hard for some of us to concentrate—maybe someone closer to him could say something?”
3. Use Humor or Lightness
• If you have a friendly rapport, you might say with a smile, “That meeting sounds intense! I feel like I’m part of it from here.”
• This can gently highlight the volume without sounding critical.
4. Ask for Help from Facilities or HR
• If this is a recurring issue, you could suggest to your manager or HR that the office might benefit from a reminder about noise levels during meetings.
• That way, it’s framed as a general workplace improvement, not a personal complaint.
5. Send a Friendly Message
• If you’re comfortable, a light message like:
“Hey, just a heads-up—your voice really carries in this space. I know it’s hard to notice while in a meeting, but it’s a bit distracting. Thought I’d mention it in case you weren’t aware!”
This keeps it respectful and helpful.
1. Use Nonverbal Cues
• Try making brief eye contact and a gentle gesture like a subtle “shhh” motion or pointing to your ear and then the surroundings.
• If you’re wearing headphones, exaggeratedly putting them on might signal that you’re trying to block out noise.
2. Leverage Group Dynamics
• If others are also disturbed, consider asking a peer (who’s closer in rank or more comfortable with him) to mention it casually.
• You could say something like, “I think it’s getting hard for some of us to concentrate—maybe someone closer to him could say something?”
3. Use Humor or Lightness
• If you have a friendly rapport, you might say with a smile, “That meeting sounds intense! I feel like I’m part of it from here.”
• This can gently highlight the volume without sounding critical.
4. Ask for Help from Facilities or HR
• If this is a recurring issue, you could suggest to your manager or HR that the office might benefit from a reminder about noise levels during meetings.
• That way, it’s framed as a general workplace improvement, not a personal complaint.
5. Send a Friendly Message
• If you’re comfortable, a light message like:
“Hey, just a heads-up—your voice really carries in this space. I know it’s hard to notice while in a meeting, but it’s a bit distracting. Thought I’d mention it in case you weren’t aware!”
This keeps it respectful and helpful.
Neoerectus · M
Frankly, this why cubes and open space offices Don't work.
Early Modern architects discovered this with their "cool" artsy designs. Countless studies back this up, but every organization and manager seems to think they are an exception. Silicon Valley plebes took to wearing earbuds or head phones for some sense of privacy and to counter ambient noise.
BTW, "white noise" generators also induce physical stress, as measured my heart rates and BP...
Early Modern architects discovered this with their "cool" artsy designs. Countless studies back this up, but every organization and manager seems to think they are an exception. Silicon Valley plebes took to wearing earbuds or head phones for some sense of privacy and to counter ambient noise.
BTW, "white noise" generators also induce physical stress, as measured my heart rates and BP...
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