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What's a way to nicely tell a coworker they talk too much?

This job is work from home.
People are required to come in once a week.

This particular person has had to come on an additional 2 days a week, because they can't stay on top of their work.

As I type, said person is on their personal phone having personal conversation.

She gets up out of her seat multiple times a day to come over to my cube and talk about whatever thought pops into her head.

She shops a lot and Is always showing me what she orders and showing me the wreaths and other stuff she makes for people.

She tells me all of her kids problems and she's becoming a problem for me.
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"Jen, we're going to 'circle-back' to this at break time. You'll agree we work best, focused; and uninterrupted. See you at lunchtime."
cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
@SethGreene531 Or simply tell her she’s chatting on your time & you need to focus on your job in other words.
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In other words, be tactless and direct, building a wall instead of a bridge.

That's your first inclination; but Niki's hesitant to hurt feelings and break partnerships.

Talkative "Jen" is bright enough to read between the lines, and a work relationship is preserved.
cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
@SethGreene531 the woman doesn’t get a hint