I specifically got a backroom type of job where I don't interact with people because I don't like dealing with people. At the interview 6 months ago I specifically said all this and explained that I will be their best employee, but I won't be involved in anything other than my job – no picnics, no team building, etc. they assured me that wouldn't be a problem. Today the manager of this small company pulls me aside and sits me down. “Are you happy here?”
Yes I say. He proceeds to tell me I don't smile enough, I dress too dark, and I never participate in their (stupid – my word) contests, dress days, etc. I don't come to the break room for cake and I don't show up to company days like bowling and other activities.
I said, I know, I told you during the interview I will not be doing those things. He says, yeah, I thought you might change. So I ask him, is this a problem? Aren't I doing a good job.
Oh, your work is excellent.
Are other people complaining?
Oh no, everyone loves you.
So what's the problem? I ask
Well, I want to see you smile more, dress nicer, and be more involved.
I started sweating, I wanted to cry, I just want to be left alone and work. I just said OK, and left. I don't know what to do. I just want to do my job. I don't want to go on a fucking picnic or smile more.