At colleague gatherings, interacting with colleagues from different backgrounds and positions is an important part of establishing a harmonious working environment. Although you may want to avoid frequent interaction with office cleaners, it should be noted that everyone deserves respect and friendly treatment. Here are some suggestions to help you stay polite and respectful at gatherings while reducing unnecessary frequent interactions： ### 1. **Be polite and respectful** -**Smiles and greetings**: Even if you don't want to interact frequently, a simple smile and greetings can express your respect and friendliness. -**Avoid ignoring**: If someone takes the initiative to communicate with you, respond politely to avoid making the other person feel neglected. ### 2. **Find common topics** -**Simple dialogue**: If you must interact, you can choose some simple topics, such as weather, festivals or party arrangements. These topics usually do not lead to in-depth discussions. -**Avoid in-depth communication**: If you don't want to communicate in depth, you can end the conversation politely after a brief response. ### 3. **Divert attention** -**Participate in other activities**: Actively participate in other activities in the party, such as games, dancing or chatting with other people, which can naturally reduce interaction with cleaners. -**Companionship with others**: Companionship with familiar colleagues can reduce the chance of individual interaction with cleaners. ### 4. **End the conversation politely** -**Use polite excuses**: If you feel that the conversation is going on for too long, you can use some polite excuses, such as “I need to get some drinks” or “I want to go and say hello to other colleagues.” -**Natural transition**: Naturally introduce other topics or activities in the conversation to help end the current interaction. ### 5. **Maintain empathy** -**Understand each other's feelings**: Although you may not want to interact frequently, you must also understand that the other party may just want to express friendship. Maintain empathy and avoid making the other party feel excluded. -**Respect each other**: Regardless of the opponent's position or cultural level, respect and courtesy are the basic qualities that everyone should possess. ### 6. **Plan ahead** -**Choose a seat**: Choose a seat close to other colleagues at the party to reduce the chance of interaction with cleaners. -**Participate in group activities**: Participating in group activities or games can reduce individual interaction with specific individuals. ### 7. **Reflect on your attitude** -**Self-reflection**: Consider why you want to avoid interacting with cleaners. Are there any prejudices or unnecessary concerns? Reflecting on one's own attitude helps to establish a more inclusive and friendly working environment. ### Summary At colleague gatherings, maintaining courtesy and respect is the most important thing. Even if you don't want to interact frequently, make sure that the other person feels your friendliness and respect. Reducing interaction in a reasonable way while maintaining empathy can help you stay comfortable and maintain good interpersonal relationships at the party.